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I am a thinker, who is spending some time examining those short twitter quotes in greater detail on my blog.

If an injury is to be inflicted on an enemy, it is to be so severe, that the enemy’s retaliation need not be feared.

Posted on 21 July 2012 by philosiblog

If an injury is to be inflicted on an enemy, it is to be so severe, that the enemy’s retaliation need not be feared. – Niccolò Machiavelli This quote is also seen stated as “If an injury has to be done … Continue reading →

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Some people are always grumbling because roses have thorns; I am thankful that thorns have roses.

Posted on 20 July 2012 by philosiblog

Some people are always grumbling because roses have thorns; I am thankful that thorns have roses. – Alphonse Karr What does that mean? Roses, one of the more popular (and, arguably one of the most beautiful) European flowers, have large, sharp, … Continue reading →

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When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be.

Posted on 19 July 2012 by philosiblog

When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be. – Lao Tzu What does that mean? I really like this quote. It talks about being stuck in the past. What you are now is based … Continue reading →

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No one loves the man whom he fears.

Posted on 18 July 2012 by philosiblog

No one loves the man whom he fears. – Aristotle What does that mean? This quote goes way back in time. While this could apply to twisted love relationships, it can also apply to loyalty relationships, as well as leadership … Continue reading →

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One thing you can give and still keep is your word.

Posted on 17 July 2012 by philosiblog

One thing you can give and still keep is your word. – Unknown What does that mean? This quote would make an excellent riddle, worthy even of the Sphinx. But the focus of this quote is on the giving of your … Continue reading →

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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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