Some pain is simply the normal grief of human existence. That is pain that I try to make room for. I honor my grief.
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Miracle workers learn to keep their own counsel. Something that's important to know about spiritual wisdom is that, when spoken at the wrong time, in the wrong place, or to the wrong person, the one who speaks sounds more like a fool than a wise one.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True wisdom involves knowing when to speak and when to remain silent to avoid misunderstanding.
In this quote, Marianne Williamson emphasizes the importance of discretion in sharing spiritual insights. She suggests that wisdom can be misinterpreted or disregarded if shared inappropriately, highlighting the need for individuals, especially those with profound insights, to discern the right context for their words to ensure they are understood and respected.
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WisdomDiscretionCounselSpiritualityCommunication
In practice
Example use cases
In a workshop discussing personal growth, one might say, 'As Marianne Williamson wisely points out, miracle workers learn to keep their own counsel.'
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