Theme – Overcoming Obstacles With Positive Action

 

Select one of the quotes from the words of wisdom this week, copy and paste the quote in the response, and then write at least two thoughtful sentences in response. You are welcome to either agree or disagree with the statement. References to your own experiences are welcome.

Nothing is so much to be feared as fear.” (Henry David Thoreau) 

“It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare; it is because we do not dare that they are difficult.” (Seneca) 

“Self-pity its early stages is as snug as a feather mattress.  Only when it hardens does it become uncomfortable.” (Maya Angelou)

Theme – Making a Difference by Being Our Best

 

Select one of the quotes from the words of wisdom this week, copy and paste the quote in the response, and then write at least two thoughtful sentences in response. You are welcome to either agree or disagree with the statement. References to your own experiences are welcome.

 

“There are no limits to what a person can accomplish if inspired by faith in human beings and a desire to improve the world” (Dr. Louise Leal)

“The position of the earth is changed by the weight of a tiny bird resting upon it” (Leonardo da Vinci)  

“Remember that you are needed.  There is at least one important work to be done that will not be done unless you do it” (Charles Allen)  

 

Theme – Kindness: Making a Difference

 

Select one of the quotes from the words of wisdom this week, copy and paste the quote in the response, and then write at least two thoughtful sentences in response. You are welcome to either agree or disagree with the statement. References to your own experiences are welcome.

“Kindness begets (produces) kindness.”  (Sophocles) 

“Life teaches us to be less harsh with ourselves and with others.” (Goethe)

“Guard within yourself that treasure, kindness.” (George Sand) 

Theme – Kindness: Looking for the Good in Others

 

Select one of the quotes from the words of wisdom this week, copy and paste the quote in the response, and then write at least two thoughtful sentences in response. You are welcome to either agree or disagree with the statement. References to your own experiences are welcome.

“Never criticize a man until you’ve walked a mile in his moccasins.” (American Proverb) 

“It is never too late to give up your prejudices.”  (Henry David Thoreau) 

“Getting people to like you is only the other side of liking them”  (Dr. Norman Vincent Peale)