Normal, in our house, is like a blanket too short for a bed--sometimes it covers you just fine, and other times it leaves you cold and shaking; and worst of all, you never know which of the two it's going to be.
Jodi PicoultRead
I believe that having something to hope for - even if it's just a better tomorrow- is the most powerful drug on this planet.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Hope is a strong motivator that can drive us towards a better future.
This quote emphasizes the significance of hope in our lives, suggesting that the mere possibility of a better tomorrow can have a profound and uplifting effect on individuals. It likens hope to a powerful drug, illustrating how it can inspire, heal, and energize people to overcome their current struggles and work towards positive change.
Themes
HopeInspirationFutureMotivationPositive
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about overcoming adversity.
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But if you seek forgiveness, doesn't that automatically mean you cannot be a monster? By definition, doesn't that desperation make you human again?
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