_“Those who look for the bad in people will surely find it.” — Abraham Lincoln*
API (Assuming Positive Intent)
永遠不要預設別人是惡意的
When assessing someone’s actions, we shouldn’t assume that they acted out of a desire to cause harm if there’s a reasonable alternative explanation—different beliefs, lack of intelligence, incompetence, or ignorance.
When lacking all the facts, assume the best in others.
Imagine you’re walking along a road and see a dog growling and barking furiously. “What a mean and vicious dog!” you think. But as you get closer, you notice its leg is caught in a trap, torn and bleeding. In an instant, your anger turns to compassion, and all you want is to help.
Try to interpret whatever people do in the most generous way. See if you feel better as a result.
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