Courage is Knowing What Not to Fear – were the words of Plato, an ancient philosopher who lived in Athens during the 5th century BCE. The phrase comes from one of his written dialogues called Laches – a book that focuses on the definition of courage. Who Was Plato? Plato was born in Athens between…
Day: May 22, 2021
I have not failed I just found 10000 ways
The famous Thomas Edison quote: “I have not failed I just found 10000 ways that won`t work” is based on one of his biographies. Yet this quote is not his direct words but rather a reflection of the attitude the inventor took as he was performing his countless experiments. That being said there is a…
Self-Control is Strength; Right Thought is Mastery
For most of us the lack of self control can translate into a range of negative thoughts and emotions that will constantly assail us during the day. We may keep finding ourselves experiencing the various states of mind that are neither constructive nor desirable to our present and future well-being. Thankfully if we dive deeper…
Well done is better than well said
Well done is better than well said, a short simple aphorism from Poor Richards Almanac by Benjamin Franklin with a powerful meaning. A quick simple explanation to this quote is what you do carries a much greater impact than what you say you will do. There is a similar saying by Ralph Waldo Emerson. What…
The unexamined life is not worth living
The unexamined life is not worth living – were the words of Socrates during the end of his unjust trial. Charged for corrupting youth and not believing in gods of the state. He was subsequently found guilty and sentenced to death. Socrates was given a chance to propose his own punishment. This he did, however…