"权威不是某人“拥有”的一种品质，就像他拥有财产或身体特质一样。权威是指一种人际关系，其中一个人将另一个人视为优于自己的人。"
— Erich Fromm
Simplified Meaning:
Authority isn’t something you own like a car or a skill you naturally possess like eye color. Instead, it’s about how people interact with each other, where one sees the other as having more power or importance. Think about a teacher in a classroom. The teacher doesn’t carry authority as a personal trait like being tall. It’s the students' respect and belief in the teacher’s knowledge that gives the teacher power. In our daily lives, we often give authority to people we trust or see as knowledgeable. For example, we listen to doctors because we believe in their medical expertise. To use this idea wisely, recognize that authority comes from others’ trust and respect, not from sheer power. Treat people well to earn their trust, and you’ll naturally gain authority.
