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“This is another day, O Lord... If I am to stand up, help me to stand bravely. If I am to sit still, help me to sit quietly. If I am to lie low, help me to do it patiently. And if I am to do nothing, let me do it gallantly.” quote by Kathleen Norris
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““This is another day, O Lord... If I am to stand up, help me to stand bravely. If I am to sit still, help me to sit quietly. If I am to lie low, help me to do it patiently. And if I am to do nothing, let me do it gallantly.””

Kathleen Norris

About This Quote

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

A plea for divine guidance in whatever role life assigns, seeking courage, calm, patience, and dignity.

In simple terms: Ask God for strength in every circumstance.

Key Takeaway

Live each role with grace.

Themes

faith resilience humility

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • leadership decisions
  • stressful work
  • quiet contemplation

Key Concepts

spirituality divine guidance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you respond when you cannot control the outcome?
  • What does gallant in look like to you?
A Different Perspective

May reliance on external support hinder personal agency.

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