Be grateful Quote by Matshona Dhliwayo
““If you want to know how fortunate you are, visit three places: the slum, the hospital, and the cemetery.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Wisdom of the African Elders, 2010
Seeing poverty, illness, and death reveals true blessings and perspective.
In simple terms: Visit hardship to appreciate fortune.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on privilege.
Themes
gratitude
perspective
empathy
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- travel
- volunteering
- personal growth
Key Concepts
human condition
relative wealth
Questions to Reflect On
- How does confronting suffering change values?
- What can we learn from those environments?
A Different Perspective
May be distressing for some readers.
