“If we aren’t willing to pay a price for our values, then we should ask ourselves whether we truly believe in them at all.”
— Barack Obama
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Simplified Meaning:
When we say we believe in something, it should show in our actions, especially when it’s difficult. For instance, if someone values honesty, they need to tell the truth even when lying would be easier or get them out of trouble. If they choose to lie just to avoid problems, it means their belief in honesty isn’t strong. This idea applies to any value, like being kind or standing up for what’s right. It’s easy to say you believe in something, but it’s your actions, especially when there’s a cost or risk, that prove how much you really stand by it. So, if we find that we back down from our values when things get tough, we should re-think how strongly we actually hold those beliefs.
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