It is of practical value to learn to like yourself. Since you must spend so much time with yourself you might as well get some satisfaction out of the relationship.
Norman Vincent PealeRead
Become a possibilitarian. No matter how dark things seem to be or actually are, raise your sights and see possibilities -- always see them, for they're always there.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Stay hopeful and look for opportunities even in difficult situations.
This quote encourages individuals to adopt a mindset focused on possibilities rather than limitations. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining optimism and actively seeking opportunities, regardless of how challenging circumstances may appear. By doing so, one can find paths to success and resilience in the face of adversity.
Themes
PossibilityOptimismOpportunityHopeResilience
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about overcoming adversity.
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I firmly believe that when you die you will enter immediately into another life. They who have gone before us are alive in one form of life and we in another.
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Never say anything to hurt anyone. Moreover . . . refrain from double talk, from shrewd and canny remarks that are designed to advance our interests at someone's disadvantage. We are to turn our back upon evil, and in every way possible, do good, help people and bring blessings into their lives.
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Our happiness depends on the habit of mind we cultivate. So practice happy thinking every day. Cultivate the merry heart, develop the happiness habit, and life will become a continual feast." ~
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