The way to plan the family is natural family planning not contraception. In destroying the power of giving life, through contraception, a husband or wife is doing something to self, and so it destroys the gift of life in him or her
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Speak tenderly; let there be kindness in your face, in your eyes, in your smile, in the warmth of your greeting. Always have a cheerful smile. Don't only give your care, but give your heart as well.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Show love and kindness through your expressions and actions.
This quote by Mother Teresa emphasizes the importance of expressing kindness and love in our interactions with others. It encourages us to be warm and cheerful, not just through words, but by genuinely caring with our whole hearts, creating connections and spreading positivity.
Themes
KindnessLoveCheerfulnessCareHeart
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about community service, you could say, 'As Mother Teresa said, 'Speak tenderly; let there be kindness in your face.'
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