My hunch is that if we allow ourselves to give who we really are to the children in our care, we will in some way inspire cartwheels in their hearts.
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My hope for all of us is that 'the miles we go before we sleep' will be filled with all the feelings that come from deep caring--delight , sadness, joy, wisdom--and that in all the endings of our life, we will be able to see the new beginnings.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life is a journey filled with a range of emotions, and every ending brings new opportunities.
In this quote, Fred Rogers reflects on the richness of life, emphasizing that the experiences we accumulate—both joyful and sorrowful—are essential to our growth and understanding. He suggests that as we navigate the various phases and endings of our lives, we should embrace the feelings that come from genuine care, allowing us to appreciate the beginnings that follow each end.
Themes
HopeJourneyEmotionsEndingsBeginnings
In practice
Example use cases
During a graduation speech to highlight the value of experiences in life.
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