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In my early professional years I was asking the question: How can I treat, or cure, or change this person? Now I would p
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"In my early professional years I was asking the question: How can I treat, or cure, or change this person? Now I would phrase the question in this way: How can I provide a relationship which this person may use for his own personal growth?"

- Carl Rogers

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This quote by Carl Rogers speaks to the significance of relationships in individual growth. He recommends that instead of focusing on treating, treating, or changing a person, the focus needs to be on supplying a relationship that can be utilized for individual development. This suggests that the relationship itself is the crucial to growth, rather than any particular treatment or treatment. It recommends that the relationship should be one of support and understanding, where the individual can feel safe to explore and grow. This quote stresses the importance of relationships in personal growth, and recommends that the focus should be on providing an encouraging environment for the individual to grow.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Carl Rogers between January 8, 1902 and February 4, 1987. He/she was a famous Psychologist from USA. The author also have 9 other quotes.

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