Category Archives: value

To make this a century of dialogue we need to find ways to promote a greater awareness of the oneness of humanity.

Posted on 7 April 2013 by philosiblog

To make this a century of dialogue we need to find ways to promote a greater awareness of the oneness of humanity. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? To me, this quote means that before we can have peace, before we … Continue reading →

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Life isn’t about getting more. It’s about becoming more.

Posted on 5 April 2013 by philosiblog

Life isn’t about getting more. It’s about becoming more. – Tony Robbins and here What does that mean? This quote, to me, is all about our human obsession with more. More money, more power, more influence, more toys, more stuff in general. In my … Continue reading →

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In order to lead a meaningful life, you need to cherish others, pay attention to human values and try to cultivate inner peace.

Posted on 27 January 2013 by philosiblog

In order to lead a meaningful life, you need to cherish others, pay attention to human values and try to cultivate inner peace. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? In this quote, the topic is a meaningful life, and how … 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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An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.

Posted on 17 January 2013 by philosiblog

An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest. – Benjamin Franklin What does that mean? As is often the case on Twitter, there is a longer version of this quote available: “If a man empties his purse into his head … Continue reading →

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Values are like fingerprints. Nobody’s are the same, but you leave ’em all over everything you do.

Posted on 17 December 2012 by philosiblog

Values are like fingerprints. Nobody’s are the same, but you leave ’em all over everything you do. – Elvis Presley What does that mean? Think what you will of the King of Rock and Roll, but he did have a way … Continue reading →

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When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed.

Posted on 7 December 2012 by philosiblog

When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed. – Maya Angelou What does that mean? This is a great quote. It’s about being cheerful in giving, and how that cheerfulness brings blessings. It’s also about accepting with a grateful heart, … Continue reading →

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Nothing builds self-esteem and self-confidence like accomplishment.

Posted on 4 December 2012 by philosiblog

Nothing builds self-esteem and self-confidence like accomplishment. – Thomas Carlyle What does that mean? This quote explains my dislike of the “everyone’s a winner” mentality in a nutshell. Yes, it has it’s place for the kinder-gardeners, but at some point, kids have … Continue reading →

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If you love life, don’t waste time, for time is what life is made up of.

Posted on 27 November 2012 by philosiblog

If you love life, don’t waste time, for time is what life is made up of. – Bruce Lee What does that mean? Time, it just keeps on ticking away. You will never know exactly when your time will be all used … Continue reading →

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There is a noble manner of being poor, and who does not know it will never be rich.

Posted on 24 November 2012 by philosiblog

There is a noble manner of being poor, and who does not know it will never be rich. – Seneca What does that mean? This quote implies that there is something about people that makes them rich or poor besides … Continue reading →

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Altruism is not merely a religious ideal; it is an indispensable requirement for humanity at large.

Posted on 18 November 2012 by philosiblog

Altruism is not merely a religious ideal; it is an indispensable requirement for humanity at large. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This quote reminds us that while altruism is associated with religious orders and organizations, it is an attitude and … Continue reading →

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Most people fail in life because they major in minor things.

Posted on 2 November 2012 by philosiblog

Most people fail in life because they major in minor things. – Tony Robbins and here What does that mean? This is so true. I know so many people that fit in this category in at least one portion of their life. Sometimes, although … Continue reading →

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Some cause happiness wherever they go; others whenever they go.

Posted on 16 October 2012 by philosiblog

Some cause happiness wherever they go; others whenever they go. – Oscar Wilde What does that mean? I like this quote, especially how it twists the words around to make two very similarly sounding phrases mean the exact opposites of each … Continue reading →

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Loyalty and friendship, which is to me the same, created all the wealth that I’ve ever thought I’d have.

Posted on 17 September 2012 by philosiblog

Loyalty and friendship, which is to me the same, created all the wealth that I’ve ever thought I’d have. – Ernie Banks What does that mean? The quote starts by declaring loyalty and friendship as being the same. Consider that … Continue reading →

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It is important for us to examine our motivation in our day to day life.

Posted on 16 September 2012 by philosiblog

It is important for us to examine our motivation in our day to day life. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? Why do we do the things that we do? What are our motivations? What are the reasons behind our actions? … Continue reading →

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