Category Archives: observation

One of the most beautiful qualities of true friendship is to understand and to be understood.

Posted on 2 March 2013 by philosiblog

One of the most beautiful qualities of true friendship is to understand and to be understood. – Seneca What does that mean? This quote is about what a true friend is, and the qualities they bring to the relationship. Most of … Continue reading →

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Communication is hearing what’s not being said.

Posted on 22 February 2013 by philosiblog

Communication is hearing what’s not being said. – Tony Robbins and here What does that mean? This is a quote that has been said in many ways by many people, but the basic point is always the same. There are always two parts … Continue reading →

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Expecting is the greatest impediment to living. In anticipation of tomorrow, it loses today.

Posted on 19 January 2013 by philosiblog

Expecting is the greatest impediment to living. In anticipation of tomorrow, it loses today. – Seneca What does that mean? This is a bit of ancient wisdom regarding time management. It has been seen in many cultures throughout time. In … Continue reading →

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If you aim at nothing, you’ll hit it every time.

Posted on 31 December 2012 by philosiblog

If you aim at nothing, you’ll hit it every time.  – Zig Ziglar What does that mean? Also attributed to B.J. Marshall, this is more a truism than anything else. So many people, myself included, who just do things, without any … Continue reading →

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The very purpose of spirituality is self-discipline. Rather than criticizing others, we should evaluate and criticize ourselves.

Posted on 30 December 2012 by philosiblog

The very purpose of spirituality is self-discipline. Rather than criticizing others, we should evaluate and criticize ourselves. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? Recently, I was riding in a car when the driver criticized the driver we were following for their … Continue reading →

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Love is but the discovery of ourselves in others, and the delight in the recognition.

Posted on 24 December 2012 by philosiblog

Love is but the discovery of ourselves in others, and the delight in the recognition. – Alexander Smith What does that mean? To me, this is a quote about that odd phenomenon of instant friends and love at first sight. The … Continue reading →

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A sword never kills anybody; it is a tool in the killer’s hand.

Posted on 15 December 2012 by philosiblog

A sword never kills anybody; it is a tool in the killer’s hand. – Seneca What does that mean? This concept is always a heated topic, but one that I believe should be addressed. This quote simply states a simple … Continue reading →

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The bigger picture can’t be seen by those without vision.

Posted on 14 December 2012 by philosiblog

The bigger picture can’t be seen by those without vision. – Tony Robbins and here What does that mean? Have you ever looked at something really small? So small you had to move your face really close to it? A small flower or … Continue reading →

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To go beyond is as wrong as to fall short.

Posted on 3 December 2012 by philosiblog

To go beyond is as wrong as to fall short. – Confucius What does that mean? This is another Goldilocks style quote. Neither too hot nor too cold. Neither too long or too short. Neither too wide nor too narrow. Always … Continue reading →

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Equipped with his five senses, man explores the universe around him and calls the adventure Science.

Posted on 20 November 2012 by philosiblog

Equipped with his five senses, man explores the universe around him and calls the adventure Science. – Edwin Hubble What does that mean? This quote is interesting to me as it demonstrates the two parts of Science. There is that … Continue reading →

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Facts are facts and will not disappear on account of your likes.

Posted on 14 November 2012 by philosiblog

Facts are facts and will not disappear on account of your likes. – Jawaharlal Nehru What does that mean? This is a great quote, said many times and in many ways by a great many people. I imagine even Confucius and … Continue reading →

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Nothing is a waste of time if you use the experience wisely.

Posted on 12 November 2012 by philosiblog

Nothing is a waste of time if you use the experience wisely. – Auguste Rodin What does that mean? This quote is near and dear to my heart. I’ve heard it said many different ways, and said it as many more. … Continue reading →

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In times of peace, prepare for war.

Posted on 3 November 2012 by philosiblog

In times of peace, prepare for war. – Niccolò Machiavelli What does that mean? This quote has been around since long before Machiavelli. However, it is very close to passages in The Art of War and in The Prince, and fits with … 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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Daylight’s precious when you’re a youngin’

Posted on 3 October 2012 by philosiblog

Daylight’s precious when you’re a youngin’ – Andy Griffith What does that mean? This quote is about what matters when you’re young and how that changes as we age. In this quote, Andy’s son is outside, playing. He want’s to stay … Continue reading →

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