The whole of the 20th century has always put the car at the center. So by putting the pedestrian first, you create these livable places, I think, with more attraction and interest and character.
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As human beings, we suffer from an innate tendency to jump to conclusions, to judge people too quickly, and to pronounce them failures or heroes without due consideration.
Interpretation
What this quote means
We often make quick judgments about others, labeling them without understanding their true circumstances.
This quote by Prince Charles emphasizes our human inclination to hastily conclude about others' character and abilities. It highlights the need for patience and understanding before labeling individuals as successes or failures, suggesting that deeper context and consideration are essential in forming a fair assessment of others.
Themes
JudgmentUnderstandingAssumptionCompassionHuman Nature
In practice
Example use cases
During a team meeting, I shared this quote to remind everyone to be more considerate of each other's ideas.
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