Capacity Quote by Dag Hammarskjold
“Each morning we must hold out the chalice of our being to receive, to carry, and give back. It must be held out empty - for the past must only be reflected in its polish, its shape, its capacity.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Markings, 1963
One must offer oneself empty and receptive, letting past experiences polish but not define the present, to give and receive fully.
In simple terms: Approach life empty, letting the past shape but not burden you.
Key Takeaway
Stay open and present.
Themes
mindfulness
reflection
service
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- counseling
- teaching
- volunteering
Key Concepts
emptiness
polish
capacity
Questions to Reflect On
- What past reflections do you carry?
- How can you stay open to giving?
A Different Perspective
Empty vessels can feel vulnerable.
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