Advice Quote by Mother Teresa
“If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives; be kind anyway. If you are successful, you will win some false friends and true enemies; succeed anyway. If you are honest and frank, people may cheat you; be honest and frank anyway. If you find serenity and happiness, they may be jealous; be happy anyway. The good you do today, people will often forget tomorrow; do good anyway¦ You see, in the final analysis, it is between you and God; it was never between you and them anyway.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Mother Teresa on moral perseverance, 1970
Regardless of others' motives or outcomes, continue kindness, honesty, success, and happiness; ultimate accountability is to God.
In simple terms: Do good despite others' reactions;
Key Takeaway
Stay true to your values no of external judgment.
Themes
morality
resilience
spirituality
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- leadership
- personal growth
Key Concepts
selflessness
integrity
inner peace
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain integrity when misunderstood?
- What practices keep you grounded in your values?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring consequences can lead to burnout or naivety.
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