Plato’s Quote of the Day: “Nothing is more sacred than education. Only through education…” – The ancient idea that learning makes us whole people | World News
We usually think of education as something that happens in a classroom, ends with a certificate, and is primarily about passing an exam. Plato, one of the greatest thinkers of all time, had a very different and grander view. For him, education was more…
‘Iron Lady’ Margaret Thatcher’s quote of the day: “I love arguments, I love debate. I don’t want anyone to just…” – Why welcoming disagreement makes you stronger | World News
Margaret Thatcher’s quote of the day (Image source: Wikipedia) Margaret Thatcher was not known for holding back. She has built her entire career on strong opinions and is happy to defend them to anyone who will listen. So it’s surprising that…
Melinda French Gates Quote of the Day: “Shaming women for their sexuality is a standard tactic of…” | World News
Shame is one of the oldest tools used to keep people quiet. Make someone feel embarrassed enough about their identity and you can often prevent them from speaking out or standing up for themselves. Melinda French Gates, a philanthropist who has spent…
Napoleon Bonaparte Quote of the Day: “The only victory without regrets is…” – The surprising belief of history’s most famous conqueror | World News
Napoleon Bonaparte (Image source: Wikipedia) Napoleon Bonaparte won some of the most famous battles of all time. He conquered much of Europe and built an empire. So it’s surprising that when he talks about winning without regrets, he doesn’t…
Benjamin Graham Quote of the Day: “But investing isn’t about beating other people at the game. It’s about…” – Timeless Wisdom from the Mentor, Warren Buffett | World News
Benjamin Graham (Image source: Wikipedia) Most of us believe that winning money means being smarter than other people. First look for hot stocks. Timing the market better than the masses. Be smarter than the person next to you. Benjamin Graham, one of…
Roman philosopher Seneca’s quote of the day: “Unchecked, anger often does us more harm than….” News of the World
Seneca (Image source: Wikipedia) Seneca spent years siding with one of the most dangerous men in history. As mentor and advisor to the Roman Emperor Nero, he paid close attention to what happened when a powerful man unleashed his wrath. Execution on a…
Queen Elizabeth’s quote of the day: “For many years the people who have seemed to me the happiest, most satisfied and contented have been…” | World News
Queen Elizabeth (Image source: Wikipedia) We are told more or less often that happiness is something you can get. Buy stuff, win prizes, get promoted, treat yourself. Queen Elizabeth II has spent more than ninety years observing people from one of the…
Quote of the day from American financier J.P. Morgan: “If you have to ask how much it will cost, you can’t…” | World News
JPMorgan Chase (Image source: Wikipedia) When making a purchasing decision, sometimes the conversation takes a subtle turn. Someone asked about the price. After hearing this, his tone changed. Not always because it’s unaffordable, but because the…
Henry Kissinger’s quote of the day: “Blessed are those whose leaders can face their fate without flinching but also…” | World News
Henry Kissinger (Image source: Wikipedia) Henry Kissinger spent more than half a century close to the center of world affairs. He helped craft war and peace agreements, opened doors for bitter enemies, and advised one U.S. president after another. So…
Plotinus Quote Today: “The soul is purified when it is left alone; it is pure when…” | World News
Plotinus (Image source: Wikipedia) There once was a philosopher who refused to have his portrait painted. He won’t even tell people his birthday. The reason is strange and surprising. He was almost embarrassed to own a corpse and saw no need to…