Category Archives: inspire

Once you really commence to see things, then you really commence to feel things.

Posted on 27 March 2013 by philosiblog

Once you really commence to see things, then you really commence to feel things. – Edward Steichen What does that mean? This quote is by a world famous photographer, which is a very visual medium. The photographer sees something, but a good … Continue reading →

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If thou art a man, admire those who attempt great things, even though they fail.

Posted on 23 March 2013 by philosiblog

If thou art a man, admire those who attempt great things, even though they fail. – Seneca What does that mean? This quote is about the human spirit, and how support from strangers can make a difference. It asks us to … Continue reading →

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When we see men of a contrary character, we should turn inwards and examine ourselves.

Posted on 19 March 2013 by philosiblog

When we see men of a contrary character, we should turn inwards and examine ourselves. – Confucius What does that mean? This is an interesting quote about trying to master yourself by interaction with other people. It is the second half … Continue reading →

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Life’s like a play: it’s not the length, but the excellence of the acting that matters.

Posted on 23 February 2013 by philosiblog

Life’s like a play: it’s not the length, but the excellence of the acting that matters. – Seneca What does that mean? Most people don’t win awards like a Tony, an Oscar, or a Golden Globe. They play their part, and … Continue reading →

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I never had an occasion to question color, therefore, I only saw myself as what I was… a human being.

Posted on 20 February 2013 by philosiblog

I never had an occasion to question color, therefore, I only saw myself as what I was… a human being. – Sidney Poitier What does that mean? Some of us are born into a form of luxury, being part of the … Continue reading →

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Coaching is a profession of love. You can’t coach people unless you love them.

Posted on 13 February 2013 by philosiblog

Coaching is a profession of love. You can’t coach people unless you love them. – Eddie Robinson What does that mean? Today’s quote is from a legend in American College Football. In it, he describes his job, coaching, as a profession … Continue reading →

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Am I not destroying my enemies when I make friends of them?

Posted on 12 February 2013 by philosiblog

Am I not destroying my enemies when I make friends of them? – Abraham Lincoln What does that mean? This is an interesting take on beating, defeating, or even destroying enemies. Such dealings with enemies usually come from a position of … Continue reading →

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The greatest ability in business is to get along with others and to influence their actions.

Posted on 23 January 2013 by philosiblog

The greatest ability in business is to get along with others and to influence their actions. – John Hancock What does that mean? As one of the founders of the American Revolution, his name is known by many for his large … Continue reading →

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What sunshine is to flowers, smiles are to humanity. Scattered along life’s pathway, the good they do is inconceivable.

Posted on 18 January 2013 by philosiblog

What sunshine is to flowers, smiles are to humanity. Scattered along life’s pathway, the good they do is inconceivable. – Joseph Addison What does that mean? As is so often the case, this is a slightly longer quote trimmed down for … Continue reading →

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Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.

Posted on 15 January 2013 by philosiblog

Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that. – Martin Luther King Jr. What does that mean? To me, this quote is about a fundamental truth of the universe, and … Continue reading →

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Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others.

Posted on 11 January 2013 by philosiblog

Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others. – Cicero What does that mean? Well, to discuss this, we need some virtues. While each religion and culture have their own take on virtue, hopefully this … Continue reading →

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I criticize by creation, not by finding fault.

Posted on 10 December 2012 by philosiblog

I criticize by creation, not by finding fault. – Cicero What does that mean? In this case, the phrase “by creation” means to form or create something new. In other words, the quote is implying that it is better to criticize … Continue reading →

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The sole source of peace in families, countries and the world is altruism – love and compassion.

Posted on 11 November 2012 by philosiblog

The sole source of peace in families, countries and the world is altruism – love and compassion. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? Altruism is an interesting word. According to TheFreeDictionary.com, it means “Unselfish concern for the welfare of others; selflessness.” … Continue reading →

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You must not lose faith in humanity. Humanity is an ocean; if a few drops of the ocean are dirty, the ocean does not become dirty.

Posted on 31 October 2012 by philosiblog

You must not lose faith in humanity. Humanity is an ocean; if a few drops of the ocean are dirty, the ocean does not become dirty. – Mohandas Gandhi What does that mean? To me, this is a beautiful quote. It reminds … Continue reading →

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There is a point at which the law becomes immoral and unethical. That point is reached when it becomes a cloak for the cowardice…

Posted on 24 October 2012 by philosiblog

There is a point at which the law becomes immoral and unethical. That point is reached when it becomes a cloak for the cowardice that dares not stand up against blatant violations of justice. – Kurt Huber What does that mean? … Continue reading →

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