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.
People say we need religion when what they really mean is we need police.
An important fact about verbal behavior is that speaker and listener may reside within the same skin.
Many media commercials encourage us to believe that if we buy a certain product, we can be physically appealing, or popular, or successful. According to the commercial message, it may be easy to make friends and influence people if we simply do what we're told to do. It would be wonderful if that were true, but unfortunately life does not seem to work that way. What is inside of us can be much more important and influential than what is outside.
...the more a person becomes spiritually minded or advances towards God, the more tolerant he becomes and the less differentiation he sees.
I am this bundle of what has been, and what has been accomplished.
Faith in the supernatural is a desperate wager made by man at the lowest ebb of his fortunes.
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