Download Blank - creating 1b creators by making AI simple, social, and fun.
Categories
Books

On Caring by Milton Mayeroff

The Rabbit Hole is written by Blas Moros. To support, sign up for the newsletter, become a patron, and/or join The Latticework. Original Design by Thilo Konzok.

Key Takeaways

  1. Caring is defined as a process that involves helping another person grow and self-actualize.
  2. You must understand the needs, context, and individuality of the person you are caring for
  3. You must shift your perspective and approach depending on the person you are caring for
  4. Caring benefits both the carer and the cared-for. The carer experiences personal growth and fulfillment through the act of caring.
  5. Caring creates a deeper connection and mutual understanding between individuals. It also helps by connecting you to something beyond yourself
  6. Caring takes place at home, in work, while teaching, parenting, etc.

What I got out of it

  1. Caring = helping someone else grow and self-actualize