The way to plan the family is natural family planning not contraception. In destroying the power of giving life, through contraception, a husband or wife is doing something to self, and so it destroys the gift of life in him or her
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Life is a game, play it... Life is too precious, do not destroy it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life should be embraced and enjoyed, as it is valuable and should not be wasted.
This quote by Mother Teresa emphasizes the importance of appreciating life as a valuable game that should be actively engaged in rather than taken for granted. It serves as a reminder that life is a precious gift, urging us not to squander our time or energy on destructive behaviors but to cherish and play our parts joyfully and purposefully.
Themes
LifePreciousGamePlayValue
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about embracing challenges, one could use this quote to inspire the audience to appreciate life.
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