Creed Quote by C. JoyBell C
““My creed is this: To make sure that every single ounce of true kindness given to me, will never be forgotten, and not only remain unforgotten, but that those acts of true kindness will multiply and bear fruit just because they were planted in me. To make people’s acts of true kindness towards me multiply like investments. That’s my creed. So that a person who has bestowed a goodness upon me, will never be able to regret that act and will in fact say to herself or himself “I am so glad that I did that for her, it’s one of the best things I’ve ever done. A good investment.” And I know for sure that the people who have shown me any amount of true kindness, can say for certain, that it's one of the best things they’ve done in life, because I make sure that they can say that about me. Ask anyone who’s been kind to me, and they will tell you. Because this is my creed in life. There is no greater evil, in my opinion, than the evil that infests a person who takes for granted any amount of true kindness given to her/him. To forget a kindness done unto you, is to be just like a donkey. Donkeys might even be better. And so this is the creed that I live by.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Personal manifesto, unknown venue, 2023
The speaker vows to cherish and amplify every act of genuine kindness received, treating it as an investment that yields lasting gratitude and moral reward.
In simple terms: Kindness should be remembered and multiplied like a good investment.
Key Takeaway
Treat kindness as an investment that returns gratitude.
Themes
kindness
gratitude
reciprocity
morality
legacy
Mood
reflective
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- community building
- mentorship
- volunteering
- counseling
Key Concepts
Reciprocal altruism
social capital
ethical reciprocity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure you remember and reciprocate kindness?
- What systems can amplify kindness in your community?
A Different Perspective
Kindness may be forgotten or taken for granted, reducing its impact.
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