We must have a theme, a goal, a purpose in our lives. If you don't know where you're aiming, you don't have a goal. My goal is to live my life in such a way that when I die, someone can say, she cared.
Mary Kay AshRead
There are three types of people in this world: those who make things happen, those who watch things happen and those who wonder what happened. We all have a choice. You can decide which type of person you want to be. I have always chosen to be in the first group.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of proactive behavior and choice in defining one's role in life.
Mary Kay Ash highlights that individuals can be categorized into three types based on their actions and attitudes. By choosing to be a 'maker' who makes things happen, one takes control of their destiny and influences their surroundings, while others may remain passive observers or be unaware of their circumstances. This quote encourages empowerment and decision-making in shaping one's life journey.
Themes
ChoiceActionProactivityMotivationLife
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to a group of students, emphasizing the importance of taking initiative.
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