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"It is my job to rise. But not alone..."

July quote of the month from an incredible woman who was a guest speaker at my school this past year!



"It is my job to rise. But not alone. I am to help others rise with me." - Mrs. Watson

Mrs. Watson was speaking at my school-wide chapel when she said this. At the time, she had been speaking of her childhood and how hard she had to work to be the woman she was today. When she became who she wanted to be, she told us that she realized it was her turn to help others grow, prosper, and thrive.


This really spoke to me, so I wanted to share it with you.



Why Does This Quote Matter?


This quote speaks of both strength and humility, a balance that is difficult to achieve. It takes strength to be humble, especially when one is in a position of influence. I feel as though we've forgotten this; our culture teaches us that you have to run others over and cut corners in order to succeed, instead of working with others to create universal success. Plus, helping others brings so much joy and health to our own selves, so it's a win-win situation for you and the person you're interacting with!


Perhaps the most interesting (yet important!) aspect of this quote is that helping others isn't just an honor, but a duty. Think about it: why would there be 7.64 billion people if we were meant to do things alone? When you put it in that perspective, it seems so obvious that we're meant to help and live in harmony with others. That's what this quote reminds me. It reminds me to look beyond myself, my successes, and my shortcomings to come alongside others as they grow, struggle, and learn.




I hope you feel encouraged and inspired by this quote, and I hope that this new month brings blessings, unity, and joy. Much love!


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