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“When a child is born, it's born with a heart of gold, but the way of this world can turn that heart cold. I'm still a good person, and I thank God for that - He's working with me on it.” quote by Tracy Morgan
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“When a child is born, it's born with a heart of gold, but the way of this world can turn that heart cold. I'm still a good person, and I thank God for that - He's working with me on it.”

Tracy Morgan

About This Quote

Source Interview: "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert", 2018

Acknowledges innate goodness can be hardened by harsh experiences, but faith and effort can preserve it.

In simple terms: World can harden a good heart.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate goodness despite challenges.

Themes

faith resilience spirituality

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • personal recovery
  • community service

Key Concepts

moral development psychological resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What practices keep your heart kind?
  • How do you confront a harsh world?
A Different Perspective

Faith may not be universal solution.

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