It's not enough to have lived. We should be determined to live for something. May I suggest that it be creating joy for others, sharing what we have for the betterment of personkind, bringing hope to the lost and love to the lonely.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Life should purpose focused on joy, sharing, hope, and love for others.
- In plain terms
- Live to create joy and help others.
- What can you take from it?
- Live purposefully to benefit others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is your purpose?
- How can you help today?
Another view
Self-care is also necessary to sustain service.
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