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Kindness Quote by Henry B. Eyring

“Sometimes the greatest kindness we could receive would be to have someone expect more from us than we do, because they see more clearly our divine heritage.” quote by Henry B. Eyring
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““Sometimes the greatest kindness we could receive would be to have someone expect more from us than we do, because they see more clearly our divine heritage.””

Henry B. Eyring

About This Quote

Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 2021

Expectations from others can reveal our deeper potential and spiritual identity.

In simple terms: People seeing our best can inspire us to live up to it.

Key Takeaway

Seek environments where others believe in your higher purpose.

Themes

self‑esteem spirituality expectations

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

inspirational spiritual

When to use this quote

  • leadership development
  • mentoring
  • personal growth
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

divine heritage potential belief

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who in your life expects more than you think you can give?
  • How does that expectation shape your self‑view?
A Different Perspective

If expectations are unrealistic, they can cause pressure or disappointment.

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