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.
Nothing comes from nothing. You must continuously feed the inner beast that sparks and inspires.
Challenge yourself; itβs the only path which leads to growth.
Never try to be better than somebody else. But most importantly, never cease trying to be the best you can be.
After the final no there comes a yes_x000D_ And on that yes the future world depends.
It's like anything in life, visualizing the old man you're going to become: As long as you have a clear picture of that - the life you want to lead - eventually you'll probably get there.
I have tried to keep on with my striving because this is the only hope I have of ever achieving anything worthwhile and lasting.
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