November 6th, 2024
Every day, we shall rise in admiration and awe of a new day bringing new possibilities. Every day, we shall settle in gratitude for all the people and all the things making us better human beings and our lives kinder and filled with hope and delight.
Quotes for Thoughts is an expression of wisdom and compassion expressed through the words of brilliant minds. This collection of quotes will invite you to a weekly moment of peaceful and empathic reflection. We hope you’ll love it.
"If you are wronged, defend yourself, but do not fight"
Edmond De Amicis, Cuore
This feels counter-intuitive, but the quote invites us to consider the differences between defending ourselves physically, mentally, and emotionally in a way that protects us and our well-being, and the path of “fighting” which involves fear, retaliation, and intrinsically violence.
It is a sign of high mental power to show restrain in situations where we are profoundly triggered emotionally and when we act from a mindset of problem-solving we can remain centered and focused, not succumbing to emotional chaos and primal instincts.
The quote advises us to stand up for ourselves and others, against injustice, but to do so in a civilized manner where even if we must inflict pain upon the offenders, we shall do so with respect, compassion, and swiftness.
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