We are far more than our bodies and personalities. The inner spirit is always beautiful and lovable, no matter how our outer appearances may change.
Interpretation
Our true essence lies beyond physical appearance and personality traits, as our inner spirit remains inherently beautiful.
This quote emphasizes the idea that our worth is not defined by our physical bodies or personality attributes, which can change over time. Instead, it highlights the importance of recognizing and valuing the inner spirit or essence of a person, which is always beautiful and lovable regardless of external changes. It encourages acceptance of oneself and others based on deeper qualities.
In practice
In a motivational speech about self-esteem and acceptance.
Be grateful for what you do have, and you will find it increases. I like to bless with love all that is in my life right now-my home, the heat, water, light, telephone, furniture, plumbing, appliances, clothing, transportation, jobs-the money I do have, friends, my ability to see and feel and taste and touch and walk and to enjoy this incredible planet.
Deep at the center of my being there is an infinite well of gratitude. I now allow this gratitude to fill my heart, my body, my mind, my consciousness, my very being. This gratitude radiates out from me in all directions, touching everything in my world, and returns to me as more to be grateful for. The more gratitude I feel, the more I am aware that the supply is endless.
Be willing to stop punishing yourself for your mistakes. Love yourself for your willingness to learn and grow.
Would you really dig into yesterday's garbage to make tonight's meal? Do you dig into yesterday's mental garbage to create today's experiences?
Don't settle for anybody just to have someone. Set your standards. What kind of love do you want to attract? List the qualities you really want in the relationship. Develop those qualities in yourself and you will attract a person who has them.
You are not a helpless victim of your own thoughts, but rather a master of your own mind.
Don't try to force anything. Let life be a deep let-go. God opens millions of flowers everyday without forcing their buds
Among a man's many good possessions, A good command of speech has no equal. Prosperity and ruin issue from the power of the tongue. Therefore, guard yourself against thoughtless speech.
Mix a little foolishness with your serious plans. It is lovely to be silly at the right moment.
In my experience, every book you write changes the conditions in which you write the next.
In seed time learn, in harvest teach, in winter enjoy.
Example moves the world more than doctrine. The great exemplars are the poets of action, and it makes little difference whether they be forces for good or forces for evil.
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