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You can rest assured that if you devote your time and attention to the highest advantage of others, the Universe will support you, always and only in the nick of time.
R. Buckminster Fuller
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Devoting yourself to the well-being of others will bring you support from the Universe when you need it most.

This quote suggests that when you focus on helping others and contributing to their welfare, the greater forces of the Universe will align to provide assistance to you when you most require it. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of humanity and how selfless actions reap rewards, often at the most opportune moments.

Themes

UniverseSupportServiceAdvantageOthersDevotion

In practice

Example use cases

During a motivational speech about community service.

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