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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The miracle is not that we do this work, but that we are happy to do it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True fulfillment comes from our attitude towards work rather than the work itself.
Mother Teresa's quote emphasizes that the true 'miracle' of life is not merely in performing our tasks or duties, but in finding joy and contentment in them. It suggests that happiness in our work is a profound achievement, showcasing a positive mindset towards the endeavors we undertake, regardless of their nature.
Themes
HappinessWorkContentmentAttitudeJoy
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational talk, one might say, 'As Mother Teresa once said, the miracle is not just in the work we do, but in finding happiness in it.'
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