45 Quotes About Participation

[F]reedom isn't free. It shouldn't be a bragging point that "Oh, I don't get involved in politics," as if that makes you somehow cleaner. No, that makes you derelict of duty in a republic. Liars and panderers in government would have a much harder time of it if so many people didn't insist on their right to remain ignorant and blindly agreeable.

New and stirring things are belittled because if they are not belittled the humiliating question arises 'Why then are you not taking part in them?

Understanding your life purpose is vital to joy and dynamic participation in the world.

Wiseman participates, others are just observers

Maybe you receive pain selfishly — thinking only of yourself. The cycle of pain wounds every participant; both victim and aggressor.

Better to avoid autocratic views- need to respect others' needs and rights.

Teamwork is not a game for the selfish. It is for those with the mindset that a win for one is a win for all.

Your consent is your character.

Play invites participation.