“Hope in reality is the worst of all evils because it prolongs the torments of man.” Friedrich Nietzsche Friedrich Nietzsche (1844-1900) was a German philosopher, cultural critic, and poet. He is known for his works on morality, religion, culture, and the human condition. Nietzsche’s philosophy is often characterized as a critique of traditional values andContinue reading “Quote of the Day: Hope and Torment”
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The Sage and the Lion
A wise old Sage in white robes stood,With lion fierce beside him, good.He tamed the beast with gentle hand,And wisdom to which understand. With words of peace and calm control,He guided lion’s heart and soul.No longer fierce and filled with rage,The lion now was calm and sage. Together they walked through the land,A bond betweenContinue reading “The Sage and the Lion”
Quote of the Day: Courage
“Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak. Courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.” Winston Churchill Winston Churchill was a British statesman and politician who served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1940 to 1945 and again from 1951 to 1955. He is best knownContinue reading “Quote of the Day: Courage”
Quote of the Day: Fear
“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” Franklin D. Roosevelt Franklin D. Roosevelt was the 32nd president of the United States, serving from 1933 to 1945. He is often referred to by his initials FDR. He was a central figure in world events during the mid-20th century, leading the United States duringContinue reading “Quote of the Day: Fear”
Quote of the Day: Greatness
“If you cannot do great things, do small things in a great way.” Napoleon Hill Napoleon Hill was an American author and speaker best known for his book “Think and Grow Rich”, which is one of the best-selling books of all time. Hill was an early proponent of the power of positive thinking and self-motivationContinue reading “Quote of the Day: Greatness”
Quote of the Day: Defeat
“Defeat is not bitter unless you swallow it.” Joe Clark Joe Clark was the 16th Prime Minister of Canada from 1979 to 1980. He was the leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Canada and the first Conservative Prime Minister since John Diefenbaker. He was an outspoken advocate of constitutional reform. This quote means thatContinue reading “Quote of the Day: Defeat”
Quote of the Day: Mistakes
“A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.” Albert Einstein Albert Einstein was a German-born theoretical physicist who developed the theory of relativity and is widely regarded as one of the most influential scientists of the 20th century. He was also a philosopher and humanist whose work had a major impact onContinue reading “Quote of the Day: Mistakes”
Quote of the Day: Success
“The road to success and the road to failure are almost exactly the same.” Colin R. Davis Colin R. Davis was a British orchestral conductor, known for his work with the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Opera House, and the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra. He had a career that spanned over six decades and wasContinue reading “Quote of the Day: Success”
Quote of the Day: Opportunity
“Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.” Thomas Edison Thomas Edison was an American inventor and businessman who is considered one of the most prolific inventors of all time. He is credited with developing many devices that greatly influenced life around the world, including the phonograph,Continue reading “Quote of the Day: Opportunity”
Quote of the Day: Life
“To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people exist, that is all.” Oscar Wilde Oscar Wilde was an Irish playwright, novelist, poet, and essayist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is best known for his comedic plays, such as “The Importance of Being Earnest,” as well as for hisContinue reading “Quote of the Day: Life”
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