Antidote Quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
“The best antidote I know for worry is work. The best cure for weariness is the challenge of helping someone who is even more tired. One of the great ironies of life is this: He or she who serves almost always benefits more than he or she who is served.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 1992
Work and service reduce worry and fatigue, benefiting both giver and receiver.
In simple terms: Helping others eases your own worries.
Serve others.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- career
- caregiving
- team projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does serving others affect your stress?
- What balance do you need between giving and receiving?
Service can lead to burnout if boundaries aren't set.