When it feels like we need to choose between being right and being humble- pick both
Bob GoffRead
There are lots of things we're able to do, but I'd like to land on the one thing I was MADE to do.
Interpretation
This quote emphasizes the importance of finding one's true purpose in life.
Bob Goff highlights the notion that while we have many abilities and options available to us, it is crucial to discover and pursue our unique purpose or calling in life. This pursuit of passion not only leads to personal fulfillment but also allows us to make a meaningful impact in the world.
In practice
In a graduation speech to inspire students about their future endeavors.
When it feels like we need to choose between being right and being humble- pick both
I used to think God guided us by opening and closing doors, but now I know sometimes God wants us to kick some doors down.
Being engaged is a way of doing life, a way of living and loving. It's about going to extremes and expressing the bright hope that life offers us, a hope that makes us brave and expels darkness with light. That's what I want my life to be all about - full of abandon, whimsy, and in love.
Whimsy doesn't care if you are the driver or the passenger; all that matters is that you are on your way.
Courage doesn't mean we're not afraid anymore, it just means our actions aren't controlled by our doubts.
God pursues us into whatever dark place we've landed and behind whatever locked door holds us in. He holds our unwashed and dirty hands and models how He wants us to pursue each other And He says to ordinary people like me and you that instead of closing our eyes and bowing our heads, sometimes God wants us to keep our eyes open for people in need, do something about it, and bow our whole lives to Him instead.
So the desire you have, that itch that you have to be whatever it is you want to be ... that itch, that desire for good is Godβs proof to you sent already to indicate that itβs yours. You already have it. Claim it.
Don't let the negatives of life control you. Rise above them. Use them as your stepping stones to go higher than you ever dreamed possible
After 99 fights, I don't fight for the passion of boxing.
Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.
Once you have commitment, you need the discipline and hard work to get you there.
Make glorious, amazing mistakes. Make mistakes nobody's ever made before. Whatever you're scared of doing, Do it.
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