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October 7, 2008 Words Of Wisdom: Marianne Williamson
Correction: This inspiring quote is by Marianne Williamson is from her book, A Return To Love: Reflections on the Principles of A Course in Miracles, Harper Collins, 1992. From Chapter 7, Section 3 (Pg. 190-191) not Nelson Mandela.
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented and fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small doesn’t serve the world. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.” ~ Marianne Williamson
ms.glitterati
October 7, 2008 at 12:26 am
Beautiful words…
Hope all is well with you B.
Luvs ya
Curvaceous
October 7, 2008 at 5:24 am
So deep. I needed to read that at this moment. I have insomnia tonight @3:24 AM. This set me up just right.
Marlene
October 7, 2008 at 7:17 am
This is beautiful. He is so right. Too many people in this world are not living up to thier full potential.
allthat
October 7, 2008 at 7:32 am
Great quote, esp. the part saying how dare we be beautiful, smart, and fabulous. Thanks for sharing.
Heather Mohamed
October 7, 2008 at 8:41 am
well said!
Margo
October 7, 2008 at 10:18 am
Mandela speaks the truth!
dr_truth
October 7, 2008 at 10:49 am
This is not Mandela’s quote. I think its Marianne Williamson but I’m sure its not Nelson Mandela. Words of wisdom, nontheless.
Stanley Brown
October 7, 2008 at 1:21 pm
This is one of my favorite quotes by Marianne Williamson. Its very powerful.