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"Opportunities don't happen. You create them," and other quotes to propel you forward.
7 Inspiring Quotes from a Philosopher Who Lived in the Woods for 2 Years
“Man is the artificer of his own happiness”, Henry David Thoreau wrote in his journal, on 21 January 1838. An essayist, poet, and philosopher, Thoreau actively sought the means to a happier life, both as individuals and societies. His book “Civil Disobedience” is one of the greatest pieces of American political philosophy, influencing people like Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr.
By Diana Bernardo5 years ago in Motivation
When It All Falls Apart
I think the first four words of today's quote should be nothing new to us. I think we would have to be incredibly naïve and foolish to believe we can cruise through life without anything tragic, painful, devastating, adverse, hurtful, or challenging, to us. It may not be very encouraging or inspiring, but we need to understand what is fact, and accept it. There is one significant factor about bad things happening though, that highlights a significant gap between one individual and another, regarding their character, and that is how we each react and respond to it. When facing adversity, hardship, challenge, tragedy, loss, failure, pain, heartache, and all those circumstances that we would associate with something bad happening to us, or in our lives, it's only natural to dive into a range of different emotions in response. We are human after all, so it's not as easy as just pretending such bad circumstances and events are happening in our life, simply brushing them off, and walking away with a huge smile on our face. These negative circumstances and events are naturally going to cause us sadness, grief, hurt, anger, frustration, disappointment, betrayal, and the like. For instance, with the death of a loved one, we are not simply going to rejoice, be jumping for joy, or brimming with happiness. Naturally, we are going to feel sadness, we are going to feel sorrow, and we will grieve. Through these such emotions though, it doesn't mean we still can't possess positivity, promise, and hope, for our own future. It's a classic example of the different ways in which we can react and respond. We can curse, swear, be angry, and carry on about how life is so unfair, and continue living with a sense of bitterness in our heart, or we can accept that, as much as there is complete sadness and sorrow that our loved one has passed away, what's happened is outside of our control, and we need to ensure we are looking after ourselves, which includes being focused on our future.
By David Stidston5 years ago in Motivation
Quotes For More Happiness & Having A More Positive Attitude
Perhaps you’re looking for some quotes about being happy and to make you feel more positive and vibrant today? The power of words has a huge impact on how we feel and our overall energetic vibration. It’s easier said than done to always be happy, and we need a constant refill when we start to get empty – it’s only human. Whatever your encouragement comes from, we all need it constantly – little small reminders and boosts of happiness.
By Jessica5 years ago in Motivation
Salvage Page
One night. One night I forgot this. One night I forgot all about this and never returned to the thought again. Grains of rice or dried beans or sand. The one in the many. One drop in an ocean. I read somewhere recently that morality is the we being present in the actions of the I. Change yourself to change the world. Make your bed if you want to change the world.
By Camille Motta5 years ago in Motivation
The Lost Message Of Carpe Diem - Quam Minimum Credula Postero
We’re all familiar with the phrase ‘carpe diem’, it’s hard not to go into any high street shop without seeing the Latin aphorism branded on the side of bread boxes or tea towels. It can be effective in awakening the reader to their lust for life but also on it’s own it can seem a little empty. However, carpe diem was actually a shortening of the full sentence which read ‘carpe diem, quam minimum credula postero’, which translates as ‘seize the day, put very little trust in tomorrow’.
By Josh Chandler Morris5 years ago in Motivation
