Concerning fear,
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.” --Marianne Williamson from A Return To Love: Reflections on the Principles of A Course in Miracles
Here are some more inspirational, and timely quotes;
Pres. Hinckley:
"In all of living have much fun and laughter. Life is to be enjoyed, not just endured."
Pres. Monson:
"Vision without work is daydreaming. Work without vision is drudgery. Vision coupled with work will ensure your success."
Earl Graves:
"We live in a society that demands and has grown accustomed to instant gratification. Most people today lack the patience necessary to achieve their goals. Unfortunately, there are no fast-food outlets serving up our dreams. Achieving your dream takes time. Every moment you are working, you can take comfort in realizing your are moving closer and closer to your dream. That work, the journey itself, is the adventure and half of the reward. Don't shortchange it. 'Don't let me ever hear you use the word 'impossible'. If I've learned anything over the course of my career, there's no such thing as impossible. Overnight, the impossible may not be possible. But over time, the impossible becomes possible."
In a talk Joseph B. Wirthlin gave he said something to the effect that if others are obnoxious, rude, or rebellious, be kind to them and love them. Not exact words, but that was the gist of it, and it so impressed me.
Someone said recently in a talk, "when faith surpasses our fear, we open our mouths" . I'm sure it was speaking of missionary work.
