Men are said to desire women, Severian. Why do they despise the women they obtain?
Gene WolfeRead
That was when I found out that the best way in the world to make yourself feel better when you have hit bottom is to try to get somebody else to feel better. There are certain things in life that are truly worth knowing, and that is one of the big ones.
Interpretation
Helping others can be a powerful way to heal oneself.
In this quote, Gene Wolfe emphasizes the profound impact of altruism on personal well-being. When one is feeling low or has hit rock bottom, extending kindness and support to others can foster a sense of purpose and rejuvenation, illustrating the interconnectedness of human emotions and the healing power of compassion.
In practice
During a speech at a community service event, one might use this quote to inspire volunteerism.
Only someone who is well prepared has the opportunity to improvise.
The devil and temptations also do give occasion unto us somewhat to learn and understand the Scriptures, by experience and practice. Without trials and temptations we should never understand anything thereof; no, not although we diligently read and heard the same.
The trouble is that you think you have time.
It is the function of perfection to make one know one's imperfection.
...we will stand amazed to see the topside of the tapestry and how God beautifully embroidered each circumstance into a pattern for our good and His glory.
If we begin to get in touch with whatever we feel with some kind of kindness, our protective shells will melt, and we'll find that more areas of our lives are workable. AS we learn to have compassion for ourselves, the circle of compassion for others-what and whom we can work with, and how-becomes wider.
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