"指差す前に指をきれいにしてください。"
— Benjamin Franklin
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Simplified Meaning:
Before criticizing someone else, you should make sure you have no faults yourself. Imagine you have dirt on your own hands; it wouldn't make sense to point out someone else's dirt without cleaning your hands first. This means that if you want to tell someone about their mistakes or problems, you should first look at your own actions and fix your own faults. For example, if a friend often forgets things and it annoys you, check if you also forget things sometimes. If you do, try to improve your memory first before talking to your friend about their problem. This way, you are being fair and understanding, and it makes your advice more genuine and helpful. Applying this in life helps you become more mindful and less judgmental of others.
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Accountability Blame Criticism Hypocrisy Integrity Introspection Judgment Responsibility Self-improvement Self-reflection
