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Category Archives: observation
He who neglects what is done for what ought to be done, sooner effects his ruin than his preservation.
He who neglects what is done for what ought to be done, sooner effects his ruin than his preservation. – Niccolò Machiavelli What does that mean? Back in the day when Machiavelli was writing, there were plenty of others who were trying … Continue reading
Posted in caution, deception, judgement, observation, optimism, skepticism
Tagged @munz90250, neglects, Niccolò Machiavelli, preservation, ruin
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My hope still is to leave the world a bit better than when I got here.
My hope still is to leave the world a bit better than when I got here. – Jim Henson What does that mean? This is another Twitter shortened version of a quote. The more complete quote is: “When I was … Continue reading
Posted in action, contribution, goals, inspire, observation, setting an example
Tagged @ZahidaKhan, better, hope, Jim Henson, world
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Goals are like magnets. They’ll attract the things that make them come true.
Goals are like magnets. They’ll attract the things that make them come true. – Tony Robbins and here What does that mean? We’re not talking magic here. Having a goal won’t make things happen through some supernatural power. If you’re familiar with the author … Continue reading
Posted in action, focus, goals, motivation, observation, work
Tagged @tonyrobbins, attract, goals, magnets, Tony Robbins
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Men judge generally more by the eye than by the hand
Men judge generally more by the eye than by the hand. – Niccolò Machiavelli What does that mean? This is another Twitter-shortened quote. The longer version is: “There is nothing more necessary to appear to have than this last quality (appearing to … Continue reading
Posted in beauty, character, deception, honest, judgement, observation
Tagged @siya_siyengo, eye, judge, more, Niccolò Machiavelli
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If written directions alone would suffice, libraries wouldn’t need to have the rest of the universities attached.
If written directions alone would suffice, libraries wouldn’t need to have the rest of the universities attached. – Judith Martin What does that mean? Despite all the hype and celebration of the internet as a method to learn, reading alone isn’t … Continue reading
Posted in adaptation, curious, discovery, education, knowledge, observation
Tagged @JustJivanta, directions, Judith Martin, libraries, suffice
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First feelings are always the most natural.
First feelings are always the most natural. – Louis XIV What does that mean? This is so true, in my experience. Be it emotional, intellectual, or social, the first feeling has always been my greatest ally. Before I learned to … Continue reading
Posted in caution, deception, empathy, judgement, observation, thinking
Tagged @quoteshash, always, feelings, Louis XIV, natural
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How would you know what happy is if you’ve never been otherwise.
How would you know what happy is if you’ve never been otherwise. – Malcolm S. Forbes What does that mean? This is an interesting quote. On a scale of one to ten, how happy are you? Now define what a … Continue reading
Posted in compassion, empathy, focus, observation, perspective, understanding
Tagged @_inspirational_, happy, know, Malcolm S. Forbes, never
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There are two methods of fighting, the one by law, the other by force: the first method is that of men, the second of beasts.
There are two methods of fighting, the one by law, the other by force: the first method is that of men, the second of beasts. – Niccolò Machiavelli What does that mean? This is another Twitter-friendly quote. The more complete version is … Continue reading
Posted in caution, contemplation, judgement, observation, risk, understanding
Tagged @Moodnous, force, law, methods, Niccolò Machiavelli
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Intellect annuls fate. So far as a man thinks, he is free.
Intellect annuls fate. So far as a man thinks, he is free. – Ralph Waldo Emerson What does that mean? I don’t want to debate the deeper philosophical meaning of free will in this post. Whole forests have been laid waste … Continue reading
Posted in belief, freedom, imagination, intelligence, observation, thinking
Tagged @iheartquotes, fate, intellect, Ralph Waldo Emerson, thinks
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If you don’t learn from your mistakes, there’s no sense making them.
If you don’t learn from your mistakes, there’s no sense making them. – Laurence J. Peter (also seen as Anonymous) What does that mean? This is another humorous quote, but again, it has a serious point hidden within. The quote is by the author … Continue reading
Posted in contemplation, failure, observation, personal growth, reflection, thinking
Tagged @_inspirational_, Laurence J. Peter, learn, making, mistakes
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One sees clearly only with the heart. Anything essential is invisible to the eyes.
One sees clearly only with the heart. Anything essential is invisible to the eyes. – Antoine de Saint-Exupéry What does that mean? This is an interesting part of the book “The Little Prince,” where the Prince was crying about his rose, … Continue reading
Posted in attitude, compassion, empathy, observation, personal growth, vision
Tagged @TheRealNimoy, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, essential, heart, see
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The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing. – Walt Disney What does that mean? Well, as far as I can tell, you can talk about something or you can do something about it. All the while … Continue reading
Posted in common sense, doing, fear, observation, persistence, procrastination
Tagged @AR_Foundation, doing, started, talking, Walt Disney
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If we examine our thoughts, we shall find them always occupied with the past and the future.
If we examine our thoughts, we shall find them always occupied with the past and the future. – Blaise Pascal What does that mean? I don’t know about you, but this quote is very true for me. I am either … Continue reading
Posted in concentration, focus, habits, improve, observation, time
Tagged @gradeaway, Blaise Pascal, examine, occupied, thoughts
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A prudent man should always follow in the path trodden by great men and imitate those who are most excellent.
A prudent man should always follow in the path trodden by great men and imitate those who are most excellent – Niccolò Machiavelli What does that mean? This is another Twitter friendly version of a longer quote. “A prudent man should always … Continue reading
Posted in exceptionalism, goals, help, observation, setting an example, wisdom
Tagged @LazarStojkovic, follow, Niccolò Machiavelli, path, prudent
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Science is the great antidote to the poison of enthusiasm and superstition.
Science is the great antidote to the poison of enthusiasm and superstition. – Adam Smith What does that mean? For me, this quote speaks of science and it’s role in helping keep humanity sane. Before science was established as a proper … Continue reading
Posted in caution, contemplation, discovery, integrity, observation, question
Tagged @NormanAHood, Adam Smith, antidote, poison, science
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