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Bed Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

“A mother would never by choice sleep in a wet bed but she would gladly do so in order to spare the dry bed for her child.” quote by Mahatma Gandhi
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“A mother would never by choice sleep in a wet bed but she would gladly do so in order to spare the dry bed for her child.”

Mahatma Gandhi

About This Quote

Source Speech: Advocacy for self‑sacrifice, 1930s

A mother prioritizes her child's comfort over her own, showing self‑less love.

In simple terms: Mother sacrifices for child's comfort.

Key Takeaway

Put others' needs first.

Themes

parental love self‑sacrifice empathy

Mood

compassionate reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • caring for a sick child
  • volunteering
  • family caregiving

Key Concepts

altruism maternal instinct ethical duty

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you put others before yourself?
  • How do you balance self‑care with caring for others?
A Different Perspective

May ignore personal well‑being; not always feasible.

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