Hurting a man in his dignity is a crime.
Interpretation
Respecting a person's dignity is essential for moral integrity.
This quote emphasizes the importance of human dignity and respect. It suggests that causing harm to someone by degrading their sense of self-worth is not only unethical but also a profound offense against their humanity, highlighting the moral obligation to treat others with dignity at all times.
In practice
In a speech about leadership, one might say, 'As Dale Carnegie said, hurting a man in his dignity is a crime, reminding us to lead with integrity and respect.'
When I asked him -Mr.Henry Ford- if he ever worried, he replied: "No. I believe God is managing affairs and that He doesn't need any advice from me. With God in charge, I believe that every-thing will work out for the best in the end. So what is there to worry about?
Take a chance! All life is a chance. The man who goes farthest is generally the one who is willing to do and dare.
By talking to yourself about the things you have to be grateful for you can fill your mind with thoughts that soar and sing.
It isn't what you have, or who you are, or where you are, or what you are doing that makes you happy or unhappy. It is what you think about.
I can look back at my own life and see where a few words of praise have sharply changed my entire future. Can't you say the same thing about your life?
Instead of worrying about what people say of you, why not spend time trying to accomplish something they will admire.
There's something special for everyone to do. Remember, no experience is a bad experience unless you gain nothing from it.
I read about writers who have routines. They write at certain times of the day. I can't do that. I am always writing-but in my head.
Stop looking for peace. Give yourselves where you are. Stop looking at yourselves, look instead at your brothers and sisters in need. Ask how you can better love your brothers and sisters. Then you will find peace.
Some help others in order to receive blessings and admiration. This is simply meaningless. Some cultivate themselves in part to serve others, in part to serve their own pride. They will understand, at best, half of the truth. But those who improve themselves for the sake of the world - to these, the whole truth of the universe will be revealed.
When you're all alone out there, on the end of the typewriter, with each new story a new appraisal by the world of whether you can still get it up or not, arrogance and self-esteem and deep breathing are all you have. It often looks like egomania. I assure you it's the bold coverup of the absolutely terrified.
An Enlightened Master is ideal only if your goal is to become a Benighted Slave.
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