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Yesterday you asked me what the purpose of life is. I've…

“Yesterday you asked me what the purpose of life is. I've thought about that ever since. I think it's to do good no matter what life throws at you, to not let the pain turn you bitter. It's something we have to learn, something we have to make ourselves become...Little kids don't have to learn it…” quote by Janette Rallison
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“Yesterday you asked me what the purpose of life is. I've thought about that ever since. I think it's to do good no matter what life throws at you, to not let the pain turn you bitter. It's something we have to learn, something we have to make ourselves become...Little kids don't have to learn it. They already know.”

Janette Rallison

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Life's purpose is to persist in doing good despite hardships, maintaining kindness and avoiding bitterness.

In simple terms: Do good despite suffering.

Key Takeaway

Practice kindness daily.

Themes

purpose resilience morality

Mood

reflective encouraging

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • volunteering
  • career challenges
  • personal setbacks
  • health crises

Key Concepts

Ethical perseverance emotional growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • What good act can you commit to today?
  • How do you stay kind when hurt?
A Different Perspective

Good deeds can be hindered by personal trauma.

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