I focus on very few things in life - my work, my family, my friends. Those things are important to me and I pay good attention to them, and everything else just comes and goes.
Masai UjiriRead
It doesn't all have to be about giving money. Sometimes it's a smile that changes the life of one little kid.
Interpretation
Acts of kindness can have a profound impact beyond financial contributions.
This quote emphasizes the importance of simple acts of kindness, such as a smile, in making a significant difference in someone's life, particularly for children. It suggests that not all contributions need to be monetary; emotional and social support can be just as valuable.
In practice
In a speech highlighting the importance of community involvement.
I focus on very few things in life - my work, my family, my friends. Those things are important to me and I pay good attention to them, and everything else just comes and goes.
I carry the continent of Africa on my shoulders proudly.
Everyone mentions the fact that I am the first African GM. I think it means nothing unless you impact people in Africa. That's what we're trying to try to continue to do - impact the game and make an impact on people over there.
We have to inspire people and give them a sense of hope. We need to bring people along, not ridicule and tear them down.
People hear 'Africa' and they think about charitable commercials, or safari tours and animals. It's our responsibility to help change that perspective.
Giants of Africa holds such a special place in my heart. It's not just another non-profit organization - this is personal. What started as a dream to give back to the country that raised me has since blossomed into an intercontinental mission to uplift youth across the diaspora, and shed light on the greatest part of Africa: its people.
A merry heart goes all the way, - A sad one tires inan hour.
Happiness," said he, "must be something solid and permanent, without fear and without uncertainty.
All we sell is the Greatest feeling on Earth
Be happy, noble heart, be blessed for all the good thou hast done and wilt do hereafter, and let my gratitude remain in obscurity like your good deeds.
Happiness is the absence of the striving for happiness.
When we recall the past, we usually find that it is the simplest things - not the great occasions - that in retrospect give off the greatest glow of happiness.
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