Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

We have a great deal more kindness than is ever spoken. (Despite) all the selfishness that chills like east winds the world, the whole human family is bathed with an element of love like a fine ether... The effect of the indulgence of this human affection is a certain cordial exhilaration.

We have a great deal more kindness than is ever spoken. (Des

Summary

This quote suggests that despite the prevailing selfishness in the world, humans possess a vast reservoir of kindness that often goes unspoken. The entire human family is said to be immersed in a compassionate energy akin to a subtle but pervasive love. The result of embracing and expressing this affectionate nature is a positive and uplifting sense of warmth and enthusiasm. In essence, the quote highlights the untapped potential for kindness and the positive impact it can have on individuals and society when freely expressed.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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