'I know I could never forgive myself if IU elected to live without humane purpose, without trying to help the poor and unfortunate, without recognizing that perhaps the purest joy in life comes with trying to help others.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Helping others brings deep joy and is essential for a purposeful life.
- In plain terms
- You cannot forgive yourself for ignoring others if helping brings joy.
- What can you take from it?
- Helping others creates purpose and joy.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What purpose drives you?
- How do you help others?
Another view
Burnout can occur if one helps others without self-care.
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