"Remember to look at your glass half full and not half empty. A lot of my strength comes from God. God has given me a gift - the gift of life - and it's amazing that I live each day."
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Quotes by Mattie Stepanek
Mattie Stepanek was a gifted American poet, peace advocate, and motivational speaker, whose life story transcends the boundaries of illness and adversity. Born on July 17, 1990, with a rare neuromuscular disease, Mattie’s profound insights into life and love were captured in his poetry from a young age. Despite his physical challenges, he published several bestselling poetry collections and became a symbol of hope and resilience, dedicated to spreading messages of peace before his untimely passing in 2004. His legacy endures through his words, inspiring countless individuals to cherish each moment and pursue a life of empathy.
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"Keep all special thoughts and memories for lifetimes to come. Share these keepsakes with others to inspire hope and build from the past, which can bridge to the future."
Mattie Stepanek
"I do fear death. But what I actually fear is not dying. I mean, true, it will be sad. But I know that there is a better place waiting for me."
Mattie Stepanek"Poetry is a beautiful way of expressing feelings - happy, sad, angry, caring. It's also a way that we share with other people, to help them with those feelings."
Mattie Stepanek
"Unity is strength... when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved."
Mattie Stepanek
"We all have life storms, and when we get the rough times and we recover from them, we should celebrate that we got through it. No matter how bad it may seem, there's always something beautiful that you can find."
Mattie Stepanek