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What does it mean?
True life is defined by doing good deeds.
In plain terms
Living well means doing good.
What can you take from it?
Good deeds give life value.

Where it applies

  • charity
  • daily choices
  • ethical living

Putting it to work

  • perform small acts of kindness
  • volunteer
  • act with integrity

Questions to consider

  • What good can you do today?
  • How do you define a life well-lived?

Another view

Good intentions do not always equal good outcomes.

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