Famous quote by Mother Teresa

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The miracle is not that we do this work, but that we are happy to do it
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"The miracle is not that we do this work, but that we are happy to do it"

- Mother Teresa

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Mother Teresa's quote speaks with the power of delight and gratitude in our lives. She is suggesting that it is not the work itself that is miraculous, however rather our ability to find delight and contentment in it. This is a reminder that we can choose to discover joy in our work, no matter how difficult or ordinary it may be. It is a pointer that we can select to be grateful for the opportunities we need to serve and make a difference worldwide. This quote motivates us to discover pleasure in our work, to be appreciative for the opportunities we have, and to acknowledge the power of our own mindsets. It is a pointer that we can choose to be pleased and material in our work, and that this is a miracle in itself.

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Mother Teresa This quote is written / told by Mother Teresa between August 26, 1910 and September 5, 1997. She was a famous Leader from Albania. The author also have 34 other quotes.

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