Daily Deals from a Nerd Mom

Some quotes stick with us for a reason. They feel like they’ve been waiting for us – just the right words to express what we’ve always felt but never quite put into words.

For me, that quote came from the 12th Doctor in Doctor Who, played by Peter Capaldi. In one of his final scenes, he says:

“Never be cruel, never be cowardly… and never, ever eat pears!
Remember… hate is always foolish… and love is always wise.
Always try to be nice, but never fail to be kind.

Watch the full scene here — it’s powerful and heartfelt:

While the bit about pears me smile, the heart of that quote touches something deeper in me. The truth is – I’ve always tried to live by those exact values. So when I first heard this speech, it felt like it was written just for me.

Life Lessons from the 12th Doctor: Kindness, Courage, and Love

“Never be cruel, never be cowardly.”
“Hate is always foolish… and love is always wise.”
“Always try to be nice, but never fail to be kind.”

When I first heard that quote, it stopped me in my tracks – not because it introduced new ideas, but because it articulated the values I had already been trying to live by for so long. It felt like the Doctor had reached through the screen and given words to my internal compass.

These words are a reminder of who I want to be.

The Power of Kindness and Courage in Personal Growth

“Never be cruel, never be cowardly” has always guided me. It’s about being brave enough to face challenges while holding onto compassion. For me, this part also speaks to something personal – my experience with anxiety. There have been times when anxiety made me want to retreat or stay quiet when I really needed to speak up. It’s easy to be overwhelmed by fear, but I’ve learned that courage doesn’t mean not feeling afraid – it means acting with heart despite it. Choosing kindness, even when my own mind feels like a storm, is a quiet kind of bravery. This line reminds me to keep showing up, with gentleness and strength, even when it’s hard.

“Hate is always foolish, and love is always wise” echoes what life has taught me: hate is easy, but it destroys from the inside out. Love is messy, courageous, and healing. Choosing love – whether in forgiveness, patience, or understanding – is rarely easy but always right.

And “Always try to be nice, but never fail to be kind” is probably my favorite. Niceness is often polite and superficial. Kindness is real. It’s thoughtful, intentional, and sometimes uncomfortable. It means doing the right thing even when no one is watching or when it requires effort.

How Doctor Who’s 12th Doctor Inspired My Daily Life Choices

I may not travel through time and space like the Doctor, but I carry these words like a map. They remind me to stay grounded in what really matters: kindness, courage, and love.

These principles have become my guiding lights. Whether it’s facing my fears, choosing love over hate, or acting with kindness in difficult situations, the wisdom of the Doctor keeps me moving forward, day by day.

What quote do you live by? I’d love to hear it in the comments! Let’s share the words that guide us toward better lives.