Admire and adore the Author of the telescopic universe, love and esteem the work, do all in your power to lessen ill, and increase good, but never assume to comprehend.
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They shall not be expected to acknowledge us until we have acknowledged ourselves.
Interpretation
What this quote means
We must first recognize and appreciate ourselves before we can expect others to do the same.
This quote by John Adams emphasizes the importance of self-recognition and self-acceptance as a precursor to receiving acknowledgment and respect from others. It suggests that individuals must cultivate their own understanding and appreciation of their worth, as external validation often follows internal recognition.
Themes
Self-RecognitionSelf-AcceptanceAcknowledgmentWorthRespect
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about self-esteem.
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