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We should make every effort to be of a grateful disposition.

Posted on 22 March 2014 by philosiblog

We should make every effort to be of a grateful disposition. – Seneca What does that mean? This appears to be a misattribution of something which Epictetus said some time after Seneca was dead. Marcus Aurelius even references the quote as being … 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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Nobody who ever gave his best, regretted it.

Posted on 27 October 2011 by philosiblog

Nobody who ever gave his best, regretted it. – George Halas What does that mean? Having done a Vince Lombardi quote about 2 weeks ago, I thought it time to give Papa Bear equal time. (I’m a Bears fan, what can … Continue reading →

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Happiness is a choice that requires effort at times.

Posted on 30 September 2011 by philosiblog

Happiness is a choice that requires effort at times. – Aeschylus What does that mean? From the Father of the Greek Tragedy, this is an interesting quote. He states that happiness is a choice. I believe this to be true. … Continue reading →

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You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.

Posted on 26 September 2011 by philosiblog

You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough. – Mae West What does that mean? As the naughty vixen of the early talkies (movies with sound), she used this line as a calling card for … Continue reading →

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Difficulties strengthen the mind, as labor does the body.

Posted on 27 August 2011 by philosiblog

Difficulties strengthen the mind, as labor does the body. – Seneca What does that mean? What he is saying that muscles are built by labor (overcoming physical difficulties), and the mind is built by overcoming difficulties (of a mental nature). This … Continue reading →

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You miss 100 percent of the shots you never take.

Posted on 5 July 2011 by philosiblog

You miss 100 percent of the shots you never take. – Wayne Gretzky What does that mean? If you don’t do it, it won’t happen. If you don’t take a shot, you’ll never make the goal. Sounds simple, doesn’t it? … Continue reading →

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Even if you’re on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.

Posted on 28 June 2011 by philosiblog

Even if you’re on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there. – Will Rogers What does that mean? It says you have to actually do something with your life if you want to get somewhere. The … Continue reading →

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…the best you are capable of becoming.

Posted on 27 May 2011 by philosiblog

Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best you are capable of becoming. – John Wooden What does that mean? To me, it speaks to effort, … Continue reading →

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