Sisters, we as women are not diminished by priesthood power - we are magnified by it. I know this is true, for I have experienced it again and again.
Sheri L. DewRead
It is not possible to sin enough to be happy. It isn't possible to buy enough to be happy, or to entertain or indulge or pamper ourselves enough to be happy. It is not possible to hide enough or run far enough away from trials and troubles to be happy. Happiness and joy come only when we are living up to who we are... I have never met anyone who was happier because he was immoral, or because he was addicted to something, or because he was dishonest and compromised his integrity.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True happiness cannot be achieved through immoral actions or material possessions.
This quote by Sheri L. Dew emphasizes that genuine happiness and joy are not found through indulgence in sin, material wealth, or escapism from difficulties. Instead, true contentment arises from living authentically and in alignment with our values and integrity. The message suggests that morality and personal integrity are essential to attaining lasting happiness.
Themes
HappinessIntegrityJoyMoralityValue
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on self-improvement, one could quote this to highlight the importance of integrity in pursuing happiness.
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