The Daily Quote podcast pageThe Great News Podcast pageThe Great News LetterVoicemail feedback line – 1-877-636-1474CONTACT METoday is July 31st and welcome to The Daily Quote - a podcast designed to kickstart your day in a positive way. I'm your host, Andrew McGivern, and...Today, we have a very magical holiday to celebrate. It's Harry Potter's birthday! Yes, the Boy Who Lived, the Chosen One, the wizard who taught us the power of friendship and bravery. J.K. Rowling brought this beloved character to life and he’s been enchanting us ever since.It is also somone else's birthday today... a much less notable muggle but he will not be named.To honor Harry's birthday, I’ve chosen a quote from the series that really captures the essence of his journey. Sirius Black once said,"We've all got both light and dark inside us. What matters is the part we choose to act on. That's who we really are."This quote is from Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, and it’s a powerful reminder that everyone has a choice. We all face moments where we could take the easy path or the right path, and it’s those decisions that define our character.Harry's story is full of these critical choices. From standing up to bullies at Hogwarts to facing Voldemort, Harry consistently chooses to act on the light within him. It’s not that he’s without fear or flaws, but rather that he makes a conscious effort to do what is right, even when it’s difficult.Sirius's words remind us that no one is perfect. We all have our struggles, our moments of doubt, and our temptations. But what truly defines us is how we respond to those moments. Will we let our darker impulses take over, or will we strive to act with kindness, courage, and integrity?As you go through your day today, think about the choices you make. It could be something as small as offering a smile to a stranger or as significant as standing up for what you believe in. Each choice shapes who you are and the impact you have on the world.And remember, even wizards like Harry and Sirius faced their own struggles and doubts. So, give yourself some grace. It's okay to stumble, as long as you keep aiming for the light.I read all the Harry Potter books and of course watched the movies too and now my kids are really into Harry Potter too. They are reading each book multiple times and they don't get tired of the story. I'm looking forward to the Harry Potter movie!Thank you for joining me today on The Daily Quote. I hope Harry Potter's birthday and Sirius Black's wisdom inspire you to make choices that reflect the best of who you are. I'm Andrew McGivern, and I look forward to sharing more inspiration with you tomorrow.Followus Subscrbis.