I'm not bitter. Why should I be bitter? I'm thrilled to death with life. Life is - the way God has given it to me was just a platter - a golden platter of life laid out there for me. It's been beautiful.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Cash expresses deep gratitude and enthusiasm for his life circumstances.
- In plain terms
- He is happy with life and feels it has been given to him generously.
- What can you take from it?
- Gratitude can turn life's events into something beautiful.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes life feel like a gift?
- How do you stay thankful?
Another view
It may not apply to those facing severe suffering without resources.
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