I was told by my grandfather who was a minister that we all were put here on earth to be of service to one another, and it is quite gratifying to know that if I am able to be of help to one that is not able to help themselves then I am fulfilling my obligation as a human being.
Interpretation
We are here to support and help each other, which adds meaning to our existence.
Dionne Warwick reflects on a valuable lesson from her grandfather about the purpose of life, which is centered around service to others. The essence of this quote lies in the belief that true fulfillment comes from aiding those who cannot help themselves, highlighting a moral obligation to contribute positively to society.
In practice
In a motivational speech about community service.
I was born into a family of gospel singers. My early ambitions were many. I was going to be a ballerina. I almost had that one come true until I tore a tendon, so I transferred from my toes to my throat and that's where the talent settled.
Years ago I learned to be totally responsible for Dionne Warwick. I will not wait for opportunities. I will create them.
I love what I do. I was given the most incredible gift that can be given to anyone. I could never imagine a world without music, and I feel grateful that I've been given the ability to share that.
My parents gave me stability and a belief in myself and in all the possibilities life has to offer. I was told the only limitations I would ever face were those I placed upon myself.
I refuse to allow prejudice to defeat me.
Are we in love with God or just His stuff?
The 'free-floating intellectual' may occupy himself with problems because of their inherent interest and importance, perhaps to little effect.
My philosophy of defense is to keep the pressure on an opponent until you get to his emotions
When we are kids, we imagine that to define ourselves or to find ourselves means charting your own individuality, making your own destiny, and actually running away from your parents and your home and what you grew up with. Of course, as the years go on, we come to find that we become our parents.
The principles which men profess on any controverted subject are usually a very incomplete exponent of the opinions they really hold.
I don't believe in God. But sitting there, in a room full of those who feel otherwise, I realize that I do believe in people. In their strength to help each other, and to thrive in spite of the odds, I believe that the extraordinary trumps the ordinary, any day. I believe that having something to hope for -- even if it's just a better tomorrow -- is the most powerful drug on this planet.
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