Wherever a man turns he can find someone who needs him.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- There are always people around us who require our help or support.
- In plain terms
- You can always find someone who needs your help.
- What can you take from it?
- Look for opportunities to help others wherever you go.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who needs your help today?
- How can you be more useful to others?
Another view
Not everyone needs help in the same way or at the same time.
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