I have me brave women who are exploring the outer edge of human possibility, with no history to guide them, and with a courage to make themselves vulnerable that I find moving beyond words.
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A portable friend to all readers-especia lly but not only women-who need to learn that the Golden Rule works only if it's reversible: We must learn to treat ourselves as well as we wish to treat others.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of self-care and respect in how we treat ourselves compared to how we treat others.
Gloria Steinem's quote highlights the concept that the Golden Rule, which encourages individuals to treat others as they would like to be treated, must also apply to oneself. This means that self-respect and self-love are essential components of how we engage with the world; without treating ourselves kindly, we cannot fully extend that kindness to others.
Themes
Self-CareTreat OthersSelf-RespectGolden RuleKindness
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a workshop on self-esteem and personal empowerment.
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