Show me your hands. Do they have scars from giving? Show me your feet. Are they wounded in service? Show me your heart. Have you left a place for divine love?
Fulton J. SheenRead
A smile across the aisle of a bus in the morning could save a suicide later in the day.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A simple act of kindness can have a profound impact on someone's emotional well-being.
This quote highlights the importance of small gestures in everyday life, suggesting that something as simple as a smile can spark hope and positivity in those who may be struggling with their mental health. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of human experiences and how a positive interaction, even between strangers, can potentially alter the course of one's day for the better.
Themes
SmileKindnessMental HealthHopeConnection
In practice
Example use cases
Sharing this quote during a mental health awareness event.
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