Greatness is not found in possessions, power, position, or prestige. It is discovered in goodness, humility, service, and character.
William Arthur WardRead
A cloudy day is no match for a sunny disposition.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A positive attitude can overcome difficult circumstances.
This quote emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive outlook even when faced with challenges. It suggests that external conditions, such as a 'cloudy day', cannot diminish one's inner positivity and cheerfulness, illustrating how a sunny disposition can brighten one's perspective and resilience in life.
Themes
PositivityAttitudeChallengesHappinessResilience
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech, you can use this quote to inspire the audience to maintain optimism.
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