By subscribing to Inspiring Quotes you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
David Brooks is a professor, author, and longtime columnist for “The New York Times.” In his 2023 book, “How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen,” Brooks describes how we might heal as a society by learning how to fully recognize the sacred humanity in those around us. He coined the term “illuminator” to describe the kind of person who knows instinctively how to help others feel fully seen and known. In this quote, he reminds us that making these efforts to pay attention to our surroundings and our fellow humans will enhance not only the lives of others, but our own life as well. After all, attention is a form of love.
Quotes From Must-Read Books by Indigenous Authors
Inspiring Snippets From Abraham Lincoln’s Most Memorable Speeches
Quotes for Anyone Who Struggles With Patience
Quotes To Help You Mourn and Move Forward From a Relationship
13 Hilariously Relatable Quotes From ‘Garfield’
16 Quotes About the Practice of Not Giving Up
Add a Dash of Laughter to Your Day With These Cooking Quotes
15 Quotes To Send To Long-Distance Friends
The Most Romantic Song Lyrics Ever Written
Read These Quotes in the Morning To Kick-Start Your Best Day Yet
Get Inspired To Give Back With These Quotes