Inspiring Thought

[Kaiser]

"The world is full of suffering, but it is also full of the overcoming of suffering." - Helen Keller (inspired by Buddhist teachings)

This quote combines two important ideas:

• Acknowledgement of hardship: It recognizes the reality of pain and difficulty in the world, something many religions address.
• Strength in overcoming: It offers a hopeful perspective, suggesting that suffering can be overcome. This aligns with many religious themes of resilience, faith, and finding meaning in challenges.

This quote is particularly impactful because it doesn't come from a religious leader directly, but from Helen Keller, a person who overcame immense challenges herself.

 

[yenyung]

Helen Keller’s quote acknowledges suffering but highlights the triumph of overcoming it. Her own story makes this especially inspiring!