Quote by Helen Keller

Once I knew only darkness and stillness... my life was without past or future... but a little word from the fingers of another fell into my hand that clutched at emptiness, and my heart leaped to the rapture of living.

Once I knew only darkness and stillness... my life was witho

Summary

This quote highlights the transformative power of a single act of kindness or connection. The speaker describes a life consumed by darkness and stagnation, lacking any sense of purpose or direction. However, the simple act of receiving a word from someone else's fingers changes everything. It fills the emptiness with meaning and ignites a profound joy for life. Overall, the quote emphasizes the profound impact that even the smallest gestures can have in bringing hope and vitality into someone's existence.

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By Helen Keller

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