Once I realize that the tune I’m whistling in my head is the theme that’s driving my heart, I suddenly realize that the most important question I can ask is, “What are the lyrics?

Craig D. Lounsbrough
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About This Quote

This is a quote from the movie, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, and it tells us that we should focus on the meaning behind our actions. The story is that Walter Mitty loves to whistle, and he has found himself whistling the same tune over and over again. After listening to his song for awhile, he realizes that his song is driving his heart, and he comes up with the question, “What are the lyrics?” This idea can be applied to many aspects of life. What are you doing with your life? What do you want people to say about you? Do you know what you want out of life?

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