I have decided to serialise my book Quote Therapy here as I believe it has many valuable lessons to teach. We can learn a lot from quotes and putting their wisdom into practice in daily life can enrich it and help us on our healing journey. I will be adding one chapter a week. I hope you enjoy it.
Once upon a time in the bustling city of Toulouse, there lived a young woman named Ruth. She was ambitious, hardworking, and always seeking happiness and fulfillment in her life.
One day, while scrolling through her social media feed, she stumbled upon a quote by Mae West that caught her attention: “You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.”
Ruth pondered on those words for a while. What did it mean to truly live life to the fullest? How could she make sure that every moment counted? Intrigued by the idea of embracing this philosophy, she decided to embark on a journey of self discovery and explore practical ways to apply this quote in her daily life.
Cherish the Present Moment: Ruth realised that often we get caught up in our worries about the future or dwell on past mistakes. To do it right and make each moment count, she determined to be fully present in every experience. Whether enjoying a cup of coffee or spending time with loved ones, she would focus on savouring each precious second.
Pursue Passions Fearlessly: Taking inspiration from Mae West’s bold personality and sense of adventure, Ruth understood that true fulfillment comes from pursuing passions without fear or hesitation. She decided to step out of her comfort zone and embrace new challenges head-on, whether learning an instrument or trying out different cuisines, to make the most out of life’s opportunities.
Embrace Growth Through Learning: Mae West’s quote reminded Ruth that personal growth is an integral part of living life right. She recognised the importance of continuously learning new things as it broadens perspectives and nurtures personal development.
With an open mind and willingness to learn from others’ experiences through books or conversations with diverse individuals around her community, Ruth aimed for constant growth.
Cultivate Gratitude Daily: Understanding that gratitude can transform ordinary moments into extraordinary ones, Ruth pledged to cultivate gratitude daily. She believed that by appreciating even the smallest joys in life, a beautiful sunrise, a kind gesture from a stranger, or the laughter of children, she would find immense happiness and healing.
Ruth discovered that putting Mae West’s quote into practice was not only important for her own healing and happiness but also for her interactions with others.
As she embraced this philosophy and shared it with friends and family, she noticed positive shifts in their lives as well.
Simple acts of kindness multiplied, relationships grew stronger, and everyone began to appreciate the beauty of every moment they spent together.
Mae West’s famous quote became Ruth’s guiding principle in life. Through cherishing each present moment, fearlessly pursuing passions, embracing growth through learning, and cultivating gratitude daily—the young woman discovered that once is indeed enough when lived to its fullest potential. By living according to these practical suggestions, she found true healing within herself and experienced happiness beyond measure.
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