Have you ever stopped to think what fun this business of living can be? If you haven't, and if you are one of those who insist upon believing that life is humdrum, grim and boring, then I'm afraid this department is not for you. For I don't believe any such thing. I know that we can all free ourselves and live our lives fully, zestfully and joyfully!
Interpretation
Life can be enjoyable and fulfilling if we choose to see it that way.
In this quote, Dorothy Draper emphasizes the importance of perspective in experiencing life. She challenges the notion that life is dull and encourages individuals to embrace the possibility of joy and excitement. Draper believes that by freeing ourselves from negative thoughts, we can fully engage in the vibrant and fun aspects of living. This perspective invites us to appreciate life in all its richness and to actively participate in our own happiness.
In practice
In a motivational speech to inspire employees to embrace challenges with a positive mindset.
You don't have to know anything about a subject as long as you use common sense and imagination, plus enthusiasm! I use all periods of design in my work, for, after all, decorative styles are simply indications of a manner of living.
You don't sell a commodity, you sell joy, gaiety, excitement. You aim at people's hearts, not their minds.
Life is too short to worry about what others say about you. Have fun and give them something to talk about.
Pain is a part of being alive, and we need to learn that. Pain does not last forever, nor is it necessarily unbeatable, and we need to be taught that.
I've been through so much. I just live each day, and whatever happens, happens. I've lived a very good life. My life has definitely changed, but the attitude is still the same.
It's like many other things in life, Ellie. You keep on the path and all's well. You get off it and the next thing you know you're lost if you're not lucky.
Even though the money is great and the fame is great, you still have a lot of disenfranchised young men that are participating in the NFL that are not very happy. A lot of them are very bitter. A lot them are very angry. So many of them have had no fathers and no home life, and basically, no education.
When a woman becomes her own best friend life is easier.
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