The way to plan the family is natural family planning not contraception. In destroying the power of giving life, through contraception, a husband or wife is doing something to self, and so it destroys the gift of life in him or her
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Even the rich are hungry for love, for being cared for, for being wanted, for having someone to call their own.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Wealth does not fulfill emotional needs; everyone desires love and connection.
This quote by Mother Teresa emphasizes that regardless of one's financial status, the fundamental human need for love and companionship remains universal. Even those who are materially wealthy often seek deep emotional connections and the feeling of being valued and cherished by others, indicating that love transcends material wealth.
Themes
LoveConnectionWealthEmotional NeedsCare
In practice
Example use cases
In a wedding speech to highlight the importance of love over material possessions.
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