Joy Quote by Anne Lamott
““The great Indian poet Rabindranath Tagore wrote, “I slept and dreamt that life was joy. / I awoke and saw that life was service. / I acted and behold, service was joy.””
About This Quote
Life’s joy emerges when we serve others; service and joy are mutually reinforcing.
In simple terms: Service creates joy.
Key Takeaway
Serve to find joy.
Themes
service
joy
purpose
Mood
hopeful
empathetic
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- career
- family life
- community projects
Key Concepts
altruism
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you serve without losing self?
- What joys arise from your service?
A Different Perspective
Service can be demanding and may lead to burnout if not balanced.
