A witty saying proves nothing: A funny, clever Voltaire quote that talks about actions vs words. I think we all meet some wonderfully clever people, but it’s only the actions that lead us to results. It is closely similar to the quote – It is not enough to have a great mind, Rene Descartes.
They may be right in a way, but the question is not just about saying no or a yes, the work we do and the commitment we honour goes a much longer way than just the word. And for these words to have any meaning, for these promises to make some sense, we better do
Real integrity is doing the right thing: Integrity is a beautiful word – it tells us that we are true to ourselves. But often, people confuse it to think that it is what people think about them. This is the difference between reputation and character. Integrity is at the core of who we are and it means that sometimes taking an opposite view to the rest of the world
Fear is not real: A beautiful quote by Will Smith from Cypher Raige. It brings up a robust debate that calls fear imaginary. Sometimes people refer to this distress as False Evidence Appearing Real. However, we can’t ignore that this distress is trying to tell us something. We can ignore fear only at our own risk and naivety. In this article, we will talk about the meaning of the quote fear is not real, danger is. We also talk about how to deal with this imaginary distress to be able to make it work for us.
It all starts with a decision, focus and mindset to identify what we want and put our energies into these areas. We might call these decisions – focus or perseverance. But we’re constantly exposed to distraction and easy wins that derail us from our goals. The idea of having a focus area makes a significant difference in our approach to getting what we want out of life. Ultimately, it is a question of whether we get what we want deeply or are we settling for easier targets that seem more achievable.
From “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication” to “Learning never exhausts the mind,” Da Vinci’s quotes encapsulate the essence of his genius and his belief in the beauty of simplicity and the limitless potential of human knowledge. His wisdom encourages us to embrace curiosity, strive for excellence, and appreciate the elegance found in simplicity, reminding us that his legacy as a scientist, artist, and thinker extends far beyond his remarkable creations and inventions.
