Quote by Ben Vereen

Sometimes we look for those thunderous things to happen in our life for our lives to change or go in the other direction. We seek the miracle. We seek the parting of the seas, the moving of the mountains. But no, it's a quiet thing. At least for me it was.

Sometimes we look for those thunderous things to happen in o

Summary

This quote emphasizes that often we expect significant, dramatic events to bring about change in our lives. We yearn for miracles or extraordinary occurrences such as the parting of the seas or moving of mountains. However, the quote suggests that personal transformation is often subtle and unnoticeable. For the speaker, their life changed in a quiet, understated manner rather than through a grandiose event. This encourages us to appreciate the small, gradual changes and moments that shape our lives, rather than waiting for monumental events to occur.

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