It is much more valuable to look for the strength in others. You can gain nothing by criticizing their imperfections.
Daisaku IkedaRead
You must not for one instant give up the effort to build new lives for yourselves. Creativity means to push open the heavy, groaning doorway to life. This is not an easy struggle. Indeed, it may be the most difficult task in the world, for opening the door to your own life is, in the end, more difficult than opening the doors to the mysteries of the universe.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The pursuit of creating a fulfilling life is a challenging yet essential endeavor.
This quote emphasizes the importance of perseverance in the quest for personal growth and fulfillment. Daisaku Ikeda suggests that while the journey to create a meaningful life can be incredibly difficult, it is also profoundly rewarding, requiring us to confront and push through our limitations and uncertainties. The act of creativity here is portrayed as a key element in breaking free from constraints and fully engaging with our potential, which he equates to overcoming significant challenges in understanding life itself.
Themes
CreativityLifeStrugglePersonal GrowthPerseverance
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about pursuing dreams and overcoming obstacles.
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