Quotes on Understanding Others

Only the development of compassion and understanding for others can bring us the tranquility and happiness we all seek.

Everything that irritates us about others can lead us to an understanding of ourselves.

It is understanding that gives us an ability to have peace. When we understand the other fellow's viewpoint, and he understands ours, then we can sit down and work out our differences.

Understanding others is knowledge, Understanding oneself is enlightenment; Conquering others is power, Conquering oneself is strength.

I don't like that man. I must get to know him better.

You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view.

Understanding is the first step to acceptance, and only with acceptance can there be recovery.