Quote by Helen Hayes

We relish news of our heroes, forgetting that we are extraordinary to somebody too.

We relish news of our heroes, forgetting that we are extraor

Summary

This quote reminds us that while we may admire and celebrate the exceptional achievements of others, we often overlook the fact that we too possess extraordinary qualities and have the power to inspire someone else. We tend to view heroes as separate from ourselves, but in reality, each of us has the potential to be a hero in someone's eyes. It encourages us to appreciate our own uniqueness and recognize that we are capable of making a positive impact on others' lives, just like our own heroes do for us.

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Heroes/heroism

By Helen Hayes

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