You have to count on living every single day in a way you believe will make you feel good about your life - so that if it were over tomorrow, you'd be content with yourself.
Jane SeymourRead
When I was growing up, my mother, who had been through a lot of terrible things in life, taught me that when life is tough your instinct is to close your heart. But if you can accept what happened and reach out to someone, there will always be someone less fortunate, or someone that can bring a solution and help your life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
In tough times, opening your heart to others can lead to connections that provide support and solutions.
This quote emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and connection during difficult periods in life. Jane Seymour reflects on her mother's teachings, which highlight that instead of shutting oneself off due to hardship, one should reach out to others. This openness not only fosters empathy but also allows individuals to find support, learn from others' experiences, or even discover solutions to their own struggles, reminding us that we are not alone in facing challenges.
Themes
SupportConnectionVulnerabilityEmpathyResilienceHelp
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on mental health, one might quote this to encourage openness.
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