Monthly Archives: July 2012

Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal…

Posted on 16 July 2012 by philosiblog

Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal… – Thomas Jefferson What does that mean? A more complete version of this quote is “Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his … Continue reading →

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Even a small experience of altruism brings a measure of mental peace right away.

Posted on 15 July 2012 by philosiblog

Even a small experience of altruism brings a measure of mental peace right away. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This quote is talking about the link between altruism and mental peace. It says that when you do nice things for … Continue reading →

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A return to first principles in a Republic is sometimes caused by the simple virtues of one man.

Posted on 14 July 2012 by philosiblog

 A return to first principles in a Republic is sometimes caused by the simple virtues of one man. – Niccolò Machiavelli What does that mean? The more complete version of the quote is “A return to first principles in a Republic is … Continue reading →

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For changes to be of any true value, they’ve got to be lasting and consistent.

Posted on 13 July 2012 by philosiblog

For changes to be of any true value, they’ve got to be lasting and consistent. – Tony Robbins and here What does that mean? This quote puts none too fine a point on it. To actually get a useful, valuable, and permanent change, … Continue reading →

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Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens.

Posted on 12 July 2012 by philosiblog

Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens. – Jimi Hendrix What does that mean? I like this one. Not only is the quote spot-on, it’s from a Rock-n-Roll guitar god. Who would expect such an incredible bit of insight from such a source? … Continue reading →

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It is seldom that liberty of any kind is lost all at once.

Posted on 11 July 2012 by philosiblog

It is seldom that liberty of any kind is lost all at once. – David Hume What does that mean? This is a quote about small steps. Excepting the violent overthrow of a government, the erosion of liberty tends to … Continue reading →

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No man is happy who does not think himself so.

Posted on 10 July 2012 by philosiblog

No man is happy who does not think himself so. – Publius Syrus What does that mean? This quote, if worded as a question, makes a little more sense to me. It would be: “From whom do you need permission in order to feel … Continue reading →

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I always wanted to be somebody, but now I realize I should have been more specific.

Posted on 9 July 2012 by philosiblog

I always wanted to be somebody, but now I realize I should have been more specific. – Lily Tomlin What does that mean? As this is a quote from a comedienne, you expect it to be funny. However, there is, as with … Continue reading →

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If you focus only on yourself and neglect others, you will lose; but you will gain if you value others as much as you cherish yourself.

Posted on 8 July 2012 by philosiblog

If you focus only on yourself and neglect others, you will lose; but you will gain if you value others as much as you cherish yourself. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This quote reminds me of the basic plot of … Continue reading →

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The promise given was a necessity of the past: the word broken is a necessity of the present.

Posted on 7 July 2012 by philosiblog

The promise given was a necessity of the past: the word broken is a necessity of the present. – Niccolò Machiavelli What does that mean? This is a quote, once again, that was directed at a Prince or ruler of a City … Continue reading →

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Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at it destination full of hope.

Posted on 6 July 2012 by philosiblog

Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at it destination full of hope. – Maya Angelou What does that mean? Love is a very imprecise word in English. Would a person who “loves” a … Continue reading →

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Damn the torpedoes. Full speed ahead!

Posted on 5 July 2012 by philosiblog

Damn the torpedoes. Full speed ahead! – David Farragut What does that mean? This quote is apparently a contraction of a series of orders given by Admiral David Glasgow Farragut. Generally accepted as the original statement is “Damn the torpedoes!” said … Continue reading →

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All growth depends upon activity. There is no development physically or intellectually without effort, and effort means work.

Posted on 4 July 2012 by philosiblog

All growth depends upon activity. There is no development physically or intellectually without effort, and effort means work. – Calvin Coolidge What does that mean? As much as I love this quote, I wish to point out that there is … Continue reading →

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I do not try to dance better than anyone else. I only try to dance better than myself.

Posted on 3 July 2012 by philosiblog

I do not try to dance better than anyone else. I only try to dance better than myself. – Mikhail Baryshnikov What does that mean? To me, this is a quote from a mind in a healthy state of competition. … Continue reading →

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The quickest way to become troubled is to be concerned with what people are gonna say about your life and your work.

Posted on 2 July 2012 by philosiblog

The quickest way to become troubled is to be concerned with what people are gonna say about your life and your work. – Ahmad Jamal What does that mean? This is another way of saying that you can’t please all the … Continue reading →

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