I was strong from losing them, maybe, but any goodness in me came from having them." (p. 124)

Dan Gemeinhart
About This Quote

The quote above is a testament to the power of love. Without losing his family, Nelson Mandela was able to find goodness in himself. In fact, he became a better person. Leaving his former life behind and embracing a new way of life meant that the man who once rejected the love of his family became a better man.

Source: Some Kind Of Courage

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