Quotes on Open Heart

If you must say yes, say it with an open heart. If you must say no, say it without fear.

I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.

Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year.

I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.

Simply let experience take place very freely, so that your open heart is suffused with the tenderness of true compassion.

I've learned that making a 'living' is not the same thing as 'making a life'.

One of the hardest things in life is having words in your heart that you can't utter.

...if you're trying to show off for people at the top, forget it. They will look down on you anyhow. And if you're trying to show off for people at the bottom, forget it. They will only envy you. Status will get you nowhere. Only an open heart will allow you to float equally between everyone.

Forgiveness is not a result of our efforts, but is a gift. It is a gift of the Holy Spirit who showers us with mercy and grace that pours forth unceasingly from the open heart of Christ crucified and risen.

I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands; you need to be able to throw something back.

Those with open hearts always have open hands.

Once your mind is calm and full of love, there is no room for hatred or fear. Others will trust you because of your open heart.

Be watchful - the grace of God appears suddenly. It comes without warning to an open heart.

Obeying God is listening to God, having an open heart to follow the path that God points out to us.

Those who don't know how to weep with their whole heart, don't know how to laugh either.

Until we can receive with an open heart, we are never really giving with an open heart.

Until we can receive with an open heart, we're never really giving with an open heart. When we attach judgment to receiving help, we knowingly or unknowingly attach judgment to giving help.

Everything you do right now ripples outward and affects everyone. Your posture can shine your heart or transmit anxiety. Your breath can radiate love or muddy the room in depression. Your glance can awaken joy. Your words can inspire freedom. Your every act can open hearts and minds.