He was one of those men who possess almost every gift, except the gift of the power to use them.
Charles KingsleyRead
Make it a rule and pray to God to help you keep it . . . never, if possible, to lie down at night without being able to say "I have made one human being at least a little wiser, a little happier, or a little better this day."
Interpretation
What this quote means
Strive daily to positively impact others before resting for the night.
This quote emphasizes the importance of contributing positively to the lives of others. It suggests that at the end of each day, one should reflect on their interactions and aim to have made at least one person wiser, happier, or better, thus fostering a sense of accountability and purpose in daily life.
Themes
WisdomHappinessServiceImpactReflection
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a motivational speech to inspire others to contribute positively.
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