Daily living Quote by Thomas S. Monson
““When compared to eternal verities, most of the questions and concerns of daily living are really rather trivial. What should we have for dinner? What color should we paint the living room? Should we sign Johnny up for soccer? These questions and countless others like them lose their significance when times of crisis arise, when loved ones are hurt or injured, when sickness enters the house of good health, when life’s candle dims and darkness threatens. Our thoughts become focused, and we are easily able to determine what is really important and what is merely trivial.””
About This Quote
Source Talk: General Conference, LDS Church, 2005
In crises, everyday concerns become trivial; true priorities emerge when faced with suffering or danger.
In simple terms: Crises reveal what truly matters, making minor worries seem insignificant.
Key Takeaway
Focus on essential values during hardship.
Themes
faith
priorities
crisis
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- health emergencies
- family loss
- natural disasters
- personal setbacks
Key Concepts
existential perspective
value hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- What truly matters to you now?
- How can you keep perspective before a crisis?
A Different Perspective
Even in calm times, trivial worries can dominate thoughts, obscuring deeper meaning.
