Have you ever stopped to think what fun this business of living can be? If you haven't, and if you are one of those who insist upon believing that life is humdrum, grim and boring, then I'm afraid this department is not for you. For I don't believe any such thing. I know that we can all free ourselves and live our lives fully, zestfully and joyfully!
Interpretation
Life can be enjoyable and fulfilling if we choose to see it that way.
In this quote, Dorothy Draper emphasizes the importance of perspective in experiencing life. She challenges the notion that life is dull and encourages individuals to embrace the possibility of joy and excitement. Draper believes that by freeing ourselves from negative thoughts, we can fully engage in the vibrant and fun aspects of living. This perspective invites us to appreciate life in all its richness and to actively participate in our own happiness.
In practice
In a motivational speech to inspire employees to embrace challenges with a positive mindset.
You don't have to know anything about a subject as long as you use common sense and imagination, plus enthusiasm! I use all periods of design in my work, for, after all, decorative styles are simply indications of a manner of living.
You don't sell a commodity, you sell joy, gaiety, excitement. You aim at people's hearts, not their minds.
I looked up at the dark sky and prayed to God for a better break in life and a better chance to do something for the little people I loved.
We're only truly secure when we can look out our kitchen window and see our food growing and our friends working nearby.
She would wonder what had hurt her when she found her face wet with tears, and then would wonder how she could have been hurt without knowing it.
Life is like the harp string, if it is strung too tight it won't play, if it is too loose it hangs, the tension that produces the beautiful sound lies in the middle.
The measure of a life is a measure of love and respect, So hard to earn so easily burned In the fullness of time, A garden to nurture and protect It's a measure of a life The treasure of a life is a measure of love and respect, The way you live, the gifts that you give In the fullness of time, It's the only return that you expect
Oh, darling, I've been so miserable.
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