Relying on the power of kindness is a sensitive undertaking. The challenge is to inspire people to be kind more often without tainting the selflessness that comes from doing something nice with no ulterior motive.
Interpretation
Kindness should be encouraged but must remain selfless and genuine.
In this quote, Daniel Lubetzky reflects on the delicate balance of promoting kindness in society. While it is essential to inspire people to be kind, doing so should not lead to actions that are driven by personal gain or ulterior motives. True kindness comes from a place of sincerity and selflessness, and any encouragement to be kind must preserve that purity.
In practice
In a speech about community engagement, one might reference this quote to emphasize the importance of selfless acts of kindness.
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