Category Archives: obstacles

In order to escape from your comfort zone you have to escape the mindset that you led you there.

Posted on 24 December 2015 by philosiblog

In order to escape from your comfort zone you have to escape the mindset that you led you there. – Cornell Thomas What does that mean? This quote urges us to consider our comfort zone, and to consider making the … Continue reading →

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If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you.

Posted on 26 October 2015 by philosiblog

If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you. – Fred DeVito What does that mean? To me, this is saying that if a situation is so normal that it offers you no challenge at all, it isn’t able to … Continue reading →

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Compassion is a source of happiness, while self-centerdness can lead ultimately to violence.

Posted on 28 September 2015 by philosiblog

Compassion is a source of happiness, while self-centerdness can lead ultimately to violence. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? To me, this quote is about the dichotomy of life. In it we have a pair of polar opposites, with … Continue reading →

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For many men, the acquisition of wealth does not end their troubles, it only changes them.

Posted on 1 August 2014 by philosiblog

For many men, the acquisition of wealth does not end their troubles, it only changes them. – Seneca What does that mean? This is a meta-quote, with Seneca quoting Epicurus : “The acquisition of riches has been for many men, … Continue reading →

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In addition to modern education, there is a need to learn how to achieve inner peace.

Posted on 21 July 2014 by philosiblog

In addition to modern education, there is a need to learn how to achieve inner peace. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? There are not many people left in this world who would argue against a modern education for … Continue reading →

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We have to try to solve local problems keeping global interests in mind.

Posted on 16 June 2014 by philosiblog

We have to try to solve local problems keeping global interests in mind. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This quote is about solving problems. We all have problems, issues, troubles, or whatever word you prefer to use. And we … Continue reading →

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Luck is probability taken personally.

Posted on 28 May 2014 by philosiblog

Luck is probability taken personally. – Penn Jillette, who attributes this quote to Chip Denman What does that mean? Think about that for a moment. Were you lucky, or did statistics simply favor you that one time? Or, perhaps, for … Continue reading →

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When you face problems in your lives, don’t resort to the use of force, try to employ dialogue to find a solution.

Posted on 26 May 2014 by philosiblog

When you face problems in your lives, don’t resort to the use of force, try to employ dialogue to find a solution. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? Everyone faces issues or problems at some point in their life. … Continue reading →

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The moment you think it’s out of reach, it will be.

Posted on 30 April 2014 by philosiblog

The moment you think it’s out of reach, it will be. – Cornell Thomas What does that mean? Pardon me for answering a question with another question, but when is anything truly out of reach? As long as you are … Continue reading →

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Now we’re so interdependent, we need to build trust and confidence. On a national or personal level self-centeredness is a source of trouble.

Posted on 21 April 2014 by philosiblog

Now we’re so interdependent, we need to build trust and confidence. On a national or personal level self-centeredness is a source of trouble. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? Are you an island onto yourself? Do you need no one, … Continue reading →

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Stressed spelled backwards is Desserts – something to think about!

Posted on 14 March 2014 by philosiblog

Stressed spelled backwards is Desserts – something to think about! – Unknown What does that mean? Based on the image from the confirmation site listed at the bottom of the post, this quote has been around since at least the … Continue reading →

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The universe is change; life is what thinking makes of it.

Posted on 13 March 2014 by philosiblog

The universe is change; life is what thinking makes of it. – Marcus Aurelius What does that mean? This quote is about how life works, and one way of looking at it. Change happens. There is no way around it, … Continue reading →

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Every problem is a gift – without problems we would not grow.

Posted on 7 March 2014 by philosiblog

Every problem is a gift – without problems we would not grow. – Tony Robbins What does that mean? Life isn’t easy. There are problems, or as I prefer, obstacles, challenges, and difficulties. Or if you prefer to stand cowering … Continue reading →

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Even though I am limited by my resources I am never limited by my resourcefulness.

Posted on 14 February 2014 by philosiblog

Even though I am limited by my resources I am never limited by my resourcefulness. – Andrew G. Warby What does that mean? I like this quote, as it reminds us that we don’t need to ever be stuck and unable … Continue reading →

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A little more persistence, a little more effort, and what seemed hopeless failure may turn to glorious success.

Posted on 12 February 2014 by philosiblog

A little more persistence, a little more effort, and what seemed hopeless failure may turn to glorious success. – Elbert Hubbard What does that mean? A slightly longer version of the quote is as follows: “A little more persistence, a … Continue reading →

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