"I realized a while back that I have an innate ability to be compassionate, and I saw that the strength of compassion is something that healers have and healers use.'"
- Ricky Williams
About this Quote
In this quote, Ricky Williams reviews an individual realization he had about his own abilities. He acknowledges that he possesses a natural skill for being caring, and he acknowledges the power and value of this quality. Williams draws a connection between empathy and recovery, suggesting that those who possess strong empathy are also capable of being therapists. This declaration highlights the value of empathy and understanding in the healing process, and it talks to the prospective impact that people with a strong sense of empathy can have on others. Williams' words function as a reminder of the value of compassion and compassion in our interactions with others.
This quote is written / told by Ricky Williams somewhere between May 21, 1977 and today. He/she was a famous Athlete from USA.
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