What does it mean to have a beautiful soul? A person that possesses a beautiful soul has the ability to see what is beyond the surface and call up from the depths another person's inner beauty; they possess a kind, caring spirit that seeks to heal and not destroy, that empathizes but doesn't pity. Beautiful souls understand the huge impact of simple things, like listening, a kind word, and a gentle touch. They are more than willing to share what they have with others, and are on the front lines in a time of need.
The person who has a beautiful soul can take a hard look at the violence and ugliness of the world and instead of despairing, finds a way to make it better. They possess monumental strengths - strength of character, strength of integrity, strength of will and strength of dignity. Beautiful souls withhold judgment and embrace all the unique differences that make us all the same, without regard to gender, skin color, religion, background, nationality, age or income, because they know those superficial things are only a small part of what makes us human.
How much better off would the world be if more people had beautiful souls? They are rare treasures that most take for granted because beautiful souls are not motivated by fame or fortune or notoriety. What they do, they do out of love and compassion for others.
"For attractive lips, speak words of kindness.
For lovely eyes, seek out the good in people.
For a slim figure, share your food with the hungry.
For beautiful hair, let a child run his fingers through it once a day.
For poise, walk with the knowledge that you will never walk alone..."
~Sam Levenson, In One Era and Out the Other, 1973
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