Wendy, Wendy, when you are sleeping in your silly bed you might be flying about with me saying funny things to the stars.
James M. BarrieRead
Always be a little kinder than necessary.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Being kind is essential, and often, it's beneficial to exceed the expected level of kindness.
This quote suggests that in our interactions with others, we should strive to be more kind than what is merely required or expected. Kindness can have a powerful impact on people's lives, and going the extra mile in our compassion and generosity not only helps others but enriches our own lives as well.
Themes
KindnessGenerosityCompassionRelationshipsHumanity
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a motivational speech to inspire audience members to practice kindness in their daily lives.
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