Many people are in the dark when it comes to money, and I'm going to turn on the lights.
Suze OrmanRead
When you give, give from the place of the heart because it is the right thing to do, not the easy thing to do.
Interpretation
Giving should come from genuine compassion and a sense of duty rather than convenience.
This quote by Suze Orman emphasizes the importance of making heartfelt contributions to others rather than merely doing what is convenient. It suggests that true generosity stems from our core values and moral convictions, urging us to give selflessly and authentically, regardless of ease or personal gain.
In practice
In a speech about community involvement, I can use this quote to encourage individuals to engage more deeply with charitable activities.
Many people are in the dark when it comes to money, and I'm going to turn on the lights.
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Memory... is the diary that we all carry about with us.
We are star stuff which has taken its destiny into its own hands.
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