I have learned God doesn't always change those people we want Him to change; instead, He often uses them to change us.
Joyce MeyerRead
You'd think is something one would grow out of. But you grow into it. The more you do, the more you realize how painfully easy it is to be lousy and how very difficult to be good.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Maturity involves recognizing the challenge of striving for goodness amidst the ease of falling into mediocrity.
This quote by Glenda Jackson emphasizes a profound realization that as one matures, they begin to understand the complexities of moral and personal excellence. It highlights the paradox that while one might expect to naturally outgrow certain challenges, in reality, the journey of personal growth reveals the simplicity of being mediocre compared to the arduous task of being good, requiring conscious effort and self-awareness.
Themes
GrowthGoodnessMediocritySelf-AwarenessEffort
In practice
Example use cases
During a graduation speech to emphasize the importance of striving for excellence.
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