Make your interactions with people transformational, not just transactional.
Patti SmithRead
We must speak to them with our hands by giving, before we try to speak to them with our lips.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Actions speak louder than words; we should first show kindness through gestures before using spoken communication.
This quote by Peter Claver emphasizes the importance of nonverbal communication and actions in building relationships. It suggests that before we engage in verbal discussions or express our thoughts, we should demonstrate our intentions through acts of kindness and giving, which can resonate more deeply with others than mere words.
Themes
GivingCommunicationKindnessActionsRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
During a charity event, I quoted this to emphasize the importance of giving rather than just talking about donating.
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