I have had so much at heart. Defeated, not conquered; disappointed, not discouraged. I have but to be more energetic and more faithful in the difficult and painful vocation to which my life is devoted.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes resilience and dedication in the face of challenges.
Dorothea Dix reflects on her commitment to her work despite facing setbacks. She portrays a sense of perseverance, stating that although she has experienced defeat and disappointment, she remains undeterred and motivated to continue her efforts with increased energy and faithfulness.
In practice
This quote can be shared during a motivational speech to encourage individuals facing challenges.
Steady, firm, and kind government of prisoners is the truest humanity and the best exercise of duty. It is with convicts as with children: unseasonable indulgence, indiscreetly granted, leads to mischiefs which we may deplore but cannot repair.
I was early taught by sorrow to shed tears, and now when sudden joy lights up, or any unexpected sorrow strikes my heart, I find it difficult to repress the full and swelling tide of feeling.
I shall be well enough when I get to Kentucky or Alabama. The tonic I need is the tonic of opposition. That always sets me on my feet.
Time passed solely in the pursuit of pleasure leaves no solid enjoyment for the future; but from the hours you spend in reading and studying useful books, you will gather a golden harvest in future years.
With care and patience, people may accomplish things which, to an indolent person, would appear impossible.
My wish is to be known only thru my work.
Women are always being tested ... but ultimately, each of us has to define who we are individually and then do the very best job we can to grow into it.
The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong.
I will not yield to any man contrary to what is right, for fear of death, even if I should die at once for not yielding.
When the Nobel Committee chose to honor me, the road I had chosen of my own free will became a less lonely path to follow.
I would never call myself a cancer survivor because I think it devalues those who do not survive. There's this whole mythology that people bravely battle their cancer and then they become survivors. Well, the ones who don't survive may be just as brave, you know, just as courageous, wonderful people.
Now I have a third must-do on my list of things to do with cancer, and it's this: follow your gut, ask questions, don't be complacent.
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