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Forgiveness Quote by Gordon B. Hinckley

“Each of us can do a little better than we have been doing. We can be a little more kind. We can be a little more merciful. We can be a little more forgiving. We can put behind us our weaknesses of the past and go forth with new energy and increased resolution to improve the world about us, in our…” quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
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““Each of us can do a little better than we have been doing. We can be a little more kind. We can be a little more merciful. We can be a little more forgiving. We can put behind us our weaknesses of the past and go forth with new energy and increased resolution to improve the world about us, in our homes, in our places of employment, in our social activities.””

Gordon B. Hinckley

About This Quote

Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 2000

Encourages incremental personal improvement through greater kindness, mercy, and forgiveness, aiming to uplift oneself and community.

In simple terms: Be kinder, more merciful, and forgiving to improve life.

Key Takeaway

Practice small acts of kindness daily.

Themes

kindness forgiveness personal growth community improvement

Mood

hopeful inspirational

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • family life
  • workplace
  • social volunteering
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

moral development ethical behavior self‑improvement

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small kindness can you offer today?
  • How does forgiveness free you?
A Different Perspective

Change is slow and may be resisted by habit.

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