The way to plan the family is natural family planning not contraception. In destroying the power of giving life, through contraception, a husband or wife is doing something to self, and so it destroys the gift of life in him or her
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Small things done with great love will change the world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Small acts of kindness and love can have a significant impact on the world.
This quote by Mother Teresa emphasizes the importance of performing small acts with great love and compassion. It suggests that even minor contributions, when motivated by genuine care and affection, can lead to profound changes in the world around us, inspiring others to do the same and creating a ripple effect of positivity and kindness.
Themes
LoveSmall ThingsChangeKindnessImpact
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech focusing on community service, one might quote this to encourage volunteers.
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