[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fb4bSCMiOKJ90VRTtGTkp8eKaRi3llE6PGaQklDy0XFk":3,"$f4o-goBHrgL5AOThw3AHgaaNb-Aa11j9rYBjxelMxt-M":12},{"author":4,"tags":11},{"author_id":5,"author_name":6,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"bio":9,"short_bio":9,"bio_jsonld":9,"slug":10,"image_url":9},19557,"Alan Loy McGinnis","A",19,null,"alan-loy-mcginnis",[],{"quotes":13,"pagination":78},[14,22,28,35,41,47,53,59,65,71],{"id":15,"quote_text":16,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":19,"source":20,"quote_tag":21,"commentary":9},2829657,"But leisure has little to do with one’s happiness. To the contrary, I’ve found that the happiest people have found some cause and they stride through life propelled by a commitment.",6,false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":23,"quote_text":24,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":25,"source":26,"quote_tag":27,"commentary":9},2829652,"You are a manipulator when you try to persuade people to do something that is not in their best interests but is in yours. You are a motivator when you find goals that will be good for both sides, then weld together a high-achieving, high-morale partnership to achieve them.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":29,"quote_text":30,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":31,"source":32,"quote_tag":33,"commentary":34},2829644,"The best friendships do not require that anyone keep the upper hand.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\n\nAlan Loy McGinnis, a renowned American psychologist and writer, likely penned these words during his extensive research on human relationships and friendships. As he often emphasized the importance of equality and mutual respect in interpersonal dynamics, it's plausible that this quote emerged from one of his books or lectures. In the late 20th century, McGinnis was actively engaged in studying and promoting healthy communication patterns, conflict resolution, and emotional intelligence.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\n\nAt first glance, the quote seems to promote a straightforward emphasis on egalitarian relationships. However, upon closer examination, it reveals a more profound insight: that true friendships thrive not despite the absence of competition or one-upmanship but because they are founded on an underlying acceptance of each other's unique strengths and weaknesses. This subtle yet crucial distinction highlights the tension between the desire for control and dominance often inherent in human interactions, versus the liberating power of embracing mutual interdependence.\n\n**How to Use This**\n\nTo apply this mindset today, a modern professional or creative can cultivate more authentic connections by letting go of the need to constantly \"win\" or assert their superiority over others. Instead, they should strive for a more humble approach, acknowledging and appreciating the diverse skills and perspectives that each person brings to the table, thus fostering a sense of unity and cooperation in both personal and professional relationships.",{"id":36,"quote_text":37,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":38,"source":39,"quote_tag":40,"commentary":9},2829639,"But the best managers expect their people to make mistakes, and instead of replacing staff constantly, they recognize that it is more efficient to teach people how to cope with their failures and learn from their.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":42,"quote_text":43,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":44,"source":45,"quote_tag":46,"commentary":9},2829633,"If people know we expect good things from them, they will in most cases go to great lengths to live up to our expectations.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":48,"quote_text":49,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":50,"source":51,"quote_tag":52,"commentary":9},2829626,"Love, honor, and negotiate.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":54,"quote_text":55,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":56,"source":57,"quote_tag":58,"commentary":9},2829620,"Tears are often a gift from God, and sadness is a healthy emotion.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":60,"quote_text":61,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":62,"source":63,"quote_tag":64,"commentary":9},2829611,"If you train your mind to search for the positive things about other people, you will be surprised at how many good things you can observe in them and comment upon.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":66,"quote_text":67,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":68,"source":69,"quote_tag":70,"commentary":9},2829604,"The ultimate leaders develop followers who will surpass them.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":72,"quote_text":73,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":74,"source":75,"quote_tag":76,"commentary":77},2829598,"Our success at friendship, business, sports, love – indeed, at nearly every enterprise we attempt – is largely determined by our self-image. People who have a confidence in their personal worth seem to be magnets for success and happiness.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\nAlan Loy McGinnis, a renowned author and psychologist, penned these words in his book \"Self-Esteem: The New Reformation\" (1980). During the late 1970s and early 1980s, McGinnis was deeply concerned with the growing self-esteem movement, which emphasized the importance of individuals' inner worth. At that time, he witnessed a societal shift towards recognizing the profound impact of self-image on various aspects of life.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nMcGinnis's statement subtly reveals a paradox: having confidence in one's personal worth is not solely a product of internal affirmation but also an external magnetism. This means that individuals with high self-esteem are not only more likely to attract success and happiness but also become sources of inspiration for others, inadvertently drawing positivity into their lives.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo leverage this mindset effectively, focus on cultivating a genuine sense of personal worth by acknowledging your strengths, accomplishments, and values. By embracing these aspects of yourself, you'll not only enhance your self-image but also become more attractive to opportunities, people, and experiences that align with your goals and aspirations.",{"currentPage":79,"totalPages":80,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":81},1,2,10]