"The deepest principle in human nature is..." - Quote by William James
The deepest principle in human nature is the craving to be appreciated.
More by William James
“All that we need explicitly to note is that, the more the passive attention is relied on, by keeping the material interesting; and the less the kind of attention requiring effort is appealed to; the more smoothly and pleasantly the classroom work goes on.”
“In all primary school work the principle of multiple impressions is well recognized.”
“Focus on increasing service. Becoming great where you are. Pile in the wood. The heat will follow.”
More on Appreciation
“Trade your expectations for appreciation and the world changes instantly.”
“To educate yourself for the feeling of gratitude means to take nothing for granted.”
“If I knew that today would be the last time I’d see you, I would hug you tight and pray the Lord be the keeper of your soul. If I knew that this would be the last time you pass through this door, I’d embrace you, kiss you, and call you back for one more. If I knew that this would be the last time I would hear your voice, I’d take hold of each word to be able to hear it over and over again. If I knew this is the last time I see you, I’d tell you I love you, and would not just assume foolishly you know it already.”
More on Human Nature
“We all are imbued with the love of praise.”
“Constant labor of one uniform kind destroys the intensity and flow of a man's animal spirits, which find recreation and delight in mere change of activity.”
“Go up close to your friend, but do not go over to him! We should also respect the enemy in our friend.”