My parents gave me stability and a belief in myself and in all the possibilities life has to offer. I was told the only limitations I would ever face were those I placed upon myself.
Interpretation
This quote highlights the importance of parental support and self-belief in achieving one's potential.
Dionne Warwick emphasizes the foundational role that parents play in fostering a sense of security and confidence in their children. By instilling the belief that self-imposed limitations are the only true obstacles, they empower individuals to explore life's vast possibilities without fear or doubt, encouraging personal growth and ambition.
In practice
During a motivational talk about achieving personal goals, this quote can illustrate the importance of self-confidence.
I was born into a family of gospel singers. My early ambitions were many. I was going to be a ballerina. I almost had that one come true until I tore a tendon, so I transferred from my toes to my throat and that's where the talent settled.
Years ago I learned to be totally responsible for Dionne Warwick. I will not wait for opportunities. I will create them.
I love what I do. I was given the most incredible gift that can be given to anyone. I could never imagine a world without music, and I feel grateful that I've been given the ability to share that.
I refuse to allow prejudice to defeat me.
I was told by my grandfather who was a minister that we all were put here on earth to be of service to one another, and it is quite gratifying to know that if I am able to be of help to one that is not able to help themselves then I am fulfilling my obligation as a human being.
I'm a hard worker and love my work. I have felt pulled toward work. And it's a pull I have ferociously had to counter to make room for my family.
My mother had no idea that her daughter would turn out to be a writer, but she would not let me go through a day of my childhood without music.
One of the greatest blessings we can offer to the world is the power of a Christ-centered home where the gospel is taught, covenants are kept, and love abounds.
We are a continuum. Just as we reach back to our ancestors for our fundamental values, so we, as guardians of that legacy, must reach ahead to our children and their children. And we do so with a sense of sacredness in that reaching.
The family is the nucleus of civilization.
It made me realize again how complicated being a mother is. You have 50 million heartbreaking moments, and 100 million beautiful, joyous ones.
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