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Quote by Patch Adams

“I'd say that I think the most revolutionary act that you can commit in our society today is to be happy.”

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Patch Adams (Hunter Doherty Adams, born May 28, 1945) is an American physician, social activist, and author known for integrating humor and joy into medical practice. He founded the Gesundheit! Institute, advocating for a healthcare model centered on care, creativity, and laughter, opposing the commercialization of traditional medicine. His story was adapted into the 1998 film 'Patch Adams,' starring Robin Williams. Through clown performances and community health projects, Adams promotes humanized treatment, influencing global medical attention to patients' psychological well-being. more

“If you want to change the world, then be your own focus for a celebration of life. Really, fundamentally, at the very core of your being, be thankful you are alive, that you've got this opportunity, with these molecules, at this moment. Be thankful! Be a celebrant! Be thankful that you are alive and then look around to see who else is at the party!”

Ifs World Want Looks Moments Opportunity Party Focus Alive Core Changing The World Celebration Being Thankful Molecules Celebration Of Life

Author:Patch Adams

“Please give your life to peace, justice and care.”

Giving Care Justice Please Peace Justice

Author:Patch Adams

“I think my government are fascists. I feel that if we don't change from a society that worships money and power over to one that worships compassion and generosity, there is no hope for human survival this century.”

Ifs Thinking Feels Humans Government Compassion Century Worship Survival Generosity Fascists No Hope Don't Change Money And Power

Author:Patch Adams

“Wherever human beings are concerned, trend is not destiny.”

Humans Human Beings Destiny Concerned Trends

Author:Rene Dubos