The Girl Who Wrote A Diary
Anne Frank (2 June 1929 - March 1945) became famous after her death as a Jew victim of the German holocaust during the Second World War because of her posthumously published diary, wherein her innocent recordings of daily life in a hidden apartment in Amsterdam gave the world a glimpse of life under Nazi rule. She continues to inspire people around the world as much by her philosophical thoughts as by her courage in tough times. I share some quotes from her famous diary here... the thoughts are even more amazing when you remember that just a little girl wrote them...
Do It Now
How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.
It is really a wonder that I have not dropped all my ideals, because they seem so absurd and impossible to carry out. Yet, I keep them, because in spite of everything, I still believe that people are really good at heart.
See The Beauty Around You
Think of all the beauty still left around you and be happy.
Don't Focus On The Misery
I don't think of all the misery, but of the beauty that still remains.
Give As Much As You Can
No one has ever become poor by giving.
Nature Is God
The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quite alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then does one feel that all is as it should be and that God wishes to see people happy, amidst the simple beauty of nature. As longs as this exists, and it certainly always will, I know that then there will always be comfort for every sorrow, whatever the circumstances may be. And I firmly believe that nature brings solace in all troubles.”
A Single Candle can make A Big Difference
Look at how a single candle can both defy and define the darkness.
You Have A Right To Your Opinion
People can tell you to keep your mouth shut, but that doesn't stop you from having your own opinion.
Be Kind And Gentle
In the long run, the sharpest weapon of all is a kind and gentle spirit.
Women Deserve Respect Too
Women should be respected as well. Generally speaking, men are held in great esteem in all parts of the world, so why shouldn't women have their share? Soldiers and war heroes are honoured and commemorated, explorers are granted immortal fame, martyrs are revered, but how many people look upon women too as soldiers?...Women, who struggle and suffer pain to ensure the continuation of the human race, make much tougher and more courageous soldiers than all those big-mouthed, freedom-fighting heroes put together!
Memories Are Worth Treasuring
Memories mean more to me than dresses.
There is only one rule you need to remember: laugh at everything and forget everybody else. It sound egotistical, but it is actually the only cure for those suffering from self-pity.
Choose Work Over Laziness
Earning happiness means doing good and working, not speculating and being lazy. Laziness may look inviting, but only work gives you true satisfaction.
You can be lonely even when you are loved by many people, since you are still not anybody's one and only.
I know what I want, I have a goal, an opinion, I have a religion and love. Let me be myself and then I am satisfied. I know that I’m a woman, a woman with inward strength and plenty of courage.
Religion Is An Advantage
People who have a religion should be glad, for not everyone has the gift of believing in heavenly things.
The Haves And The Have-Nots
Why do some people have to starve, while there are surpluses rotting in other parts of the world? Oh, why are people so crazy?
The Suffering Of Jews
If we bear all this suffering and if there are still Jews left, when it is over, then Jews, instead of being doomed, will be held up as an example.
Writing Gives New Life
I can shake off everything as I write; my sorrows disappear, my courage is reborn.