“Mas se caza con miel, que con hiel” (literally, “One hunts better with honey than with ice.”)
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Read Story“Mas se caza con miel, que con hiel” (literally, “One hunts better with honey than with ice.”)
Mother
It rhymes in Spanish and it means that you get more out of people if you are ‘sweet’ rather than through force or being rude. My mom sounded like a broken record with this quote....
“Wealth is not measured by how much you have, but by how much you give away.”
Native American Saying
This was said in the context of a Native American village I visited where living conditions were extremely poor, but the man who gave the most to the community to help it thrive was considered...
“You catch more flies with honey than vinegar.”
Anonymous
You’ll get more out of people if you’re nicer and make them want to come to you.
“It is better to give than receive.”
Bible verse, Acts 20:35
I want to live generously and constantly be seeking to give of my time and money. Though it is easier to be self-centered, I have found this is more fulfilling. I hope that I use...
“It doesn’t take away anything from you to be nice.”
Mother
My mom when I’m reluctant to give compliments because I think it makes me sound fake or not genuine. I’ve realized that making people feel good about themselves is good for them and good for...
“We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.”
Winston Churchill (1874-1965) ― British Prime Minister 1940-1945 and 1951-1955/Author
What I can do for others have marked my life. I was born and raised as a privilege kid. If I don’t give back then my life would not have a meaning.
“Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.”
Warren Buffett ― Investor/CEO of Berkshire Hathaway
This quote reminds me to be kind and to pay it forward. It is a humbling reminder that I would not be where I am today if it weren’t for the sacrifices and kindness of...
“One kind word can change someone’s entire day.”
Anonymous
This quote reminds us that our words can be really powerful and we can use them positively. For example, when I get a compliment it completely brightens my mood. So I try to make a...
“Above all, be kind.”
Dr. Urban ― Professor
Dr. Urban was one of my favorite professors in nursing school and we were fortunate that she was the speaker at the Pinning Ceremony, arguably more important for nurses than commencement. Dr. Urban had shared...
“Do to others what you want them to do to you.”
Bible verse, Matthew 7:12
If you were to only follow one rule in life, this one would probably produce the best behavior. Hypocrites are probably my least favorite people. This rule reminds me to always embody the beliefs I...