The way to plan the family is natural family planning not contraception. In destroying the power of giving life, through contraception, a husband or wife is doing something to self, and so it destroys the gift of life in him or her
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If you want a love message to be heard, it has got to be sent out. To keep a lamp burning, we have to keep putting oil in it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Love requires consistent effort and communication to thrive.
This quote by Mother Teresa emphasizes the importance of actively expressing love and maintaining relationships. Just as a lamp needs oil to burn brightly, love requires ongoing attention, care, and the willingness to communicate one's feelings to ensure it remains vibrant and strong.
Themes
LoveCommunicationEffortRelationshipsCare
In practice
Example use cases
You can use this quote during a wedding speech to highlight the importance of nurturing love.
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