How I love the power of quotes. They are powerful, meaningful, and inspirational. My all time favorite, one that has been with me through thick and thin, is definitely something to live by, be inspired by.
“Be Kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle” – Plato
The message it gives is strong. That smile to the stranger on the train or the kind words of thank you to the person who held the door open for you make a difference. Everyone is going through something hard, something we can’t imagine for ourselves. They need us as much as much as we need them. Kindness is key in dealing with everyone, whether you know them or like them. It’s a universal emotion and doesn’t have a language. A smile goes a long way, as does a kind act. Go out and help others. Ask that old woman is she needs a hand crossing the street if she’s alone or volunteer at a disabled children facility. The world is aching but kindness is the medicine to numb the ache.
Thank you Plato for these wise words among many of your wise words.
I use this as my life’s motto. I usually have a collage of quotes on my wall, so if you have any powerful, motivational ones, I would definitely be interested.
Sincerely, Mother of Peace
http://silverthreading.com/2015/01/07/writers-quote-wednesday-what-a-wonderful-world2015-2/
I love quotes too. I wasn’t familiar with this one. It is a good one.
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Welcome and you did a pingback! Well done. I enjoyed your quote because it is so true. Kindness and compassion is always the best way to be. ❤
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I love this quote, a little bit of kindness goes a long way and wouldn’t the world be a better place if everyone considered this?
I have quite a few quotes of my own lined up for my Motivational Monday series, so hopefully you’ll discover some more for your wall too!
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Oh I can’t wait. I’ve been thinking of starting a weekly series of something, but i can’t decide on what yet. Maybe inspiring individual?
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Ooh yes, that would be a nice direction to take, especially based on this post! I guess I’m hoping to do the same with my motivation, it’s good to put positive messages out into the blogosphere 🙂
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Yes, we would ALL do well to remember this daily. During this morning’s commute, this thought came to me as I listened to a sermon: “It’s not all about you.” Plain and simple. 🙂
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