"You have to decide what your highest priorities are and have the courage—pleasantly, smilingly, non-apologetically—to say no to other things. And the way you do that is by having a bigger yes burning inside." - Stephen R. Covey Here we are talking about the profound power of prioritization and the courage required to protect what … Continue reading Quote 10529

Oh, the secret life of man and woman---dreaming how much better we would be than we are if we were somebody else or even ourselves, and feeling that our estate has been unexploited to its fullest.- Zelinda Fitzgerald Often, we feel that our potential, our estate, remains untapped, yearning for growth and fulfillment. This inner … Continue reading Quote 10530

Illness is the doctor to whom we pay most heed; to kindness, to knowledge, we make promises only; pain we obey.- Marcel Proust There is a profound impact of illness and pain on human behavior. Unlike kindness and knowledge, which often receive mere promises of attention, pain and sickness demands immediate and unwavering obedience. Illness … Continue reading Quote 10531

“Hands to work. hearts to God”– Shaker Axiom Finding the harmony between action and spirituality. It encourages dedicating oneself to meaningful labor while remaining spiritually connected and devoted to a higher purpose. This phrase highlights the importance of balancing physical effort with faith, ensuring that work is not merely a task but a living of … Continue reading Quote 10532

"It is always something."- Roseanne Roseannadanna (Gilda Radner) "It is always something" captures the essence of life’s unpredictability. Whether it’s a minor inconvenience or a major challenge, life rarely unfolds without surprises. This phrase reflects the constant ebb and flow of daily struggles, triumphs, and unforeseen events. It reminds us that perfection is unattainable, and … Continue reading Quote 10533

Loss as muse. Loss as character. Loss as life.- Anna Quindlen Loss is a muse if you can let it be, whispering truths we’d much rather ignore. It takes shape in us, chiseling away at delusions, revealing difficult, unabashed humanity. As character, loss is relentless, unpredictable, and noticeably intimate—a muse that walks right beside us, … Continue reading Quote 10534

Mothering myself has become a way of listening to my deepest needs, and of responding to them while I respond to my inner child.- Melinda Burns Setting our hearts on being a loving mother to ourselves is an act of profound self-compassion and self-awareness which can allow us to listen deeply to our own needs, … Continue reading Quote 10535

Tough times never last, but tough people do.– Robert H. Schuller Tough times are a part of life, but the resilience within us defines our lasting strength. Challenges may feel overwhelming, but they are extended painful moments in time, not permanent states. Tough people endure because they adapt, persevere, and find inner resolve to face adversity … Continue reading Quote 10536

Passion is what you need to be good, an unforgiving passion.- David Easton Passion is the driving force that transforms potential into greatness. To truly excel, passion must be relentless, pushing us to persevere even when faced with challenges and setbacks. An unforgiving passion doesn’t allow for complacency; it demands growth, discipline, and dedication. It … Continue reading Quote 10537