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There is no use in comparing yourself to other people

We’ve all been there. Looking at someone else’s life, thinking, “If only I had this…” It’s a common human experience, this feeling of wanting what we don’t have. This feeling is captured perfectly in this quote from the book “369 Hours of Punishment”: “In life, everyone wants what they don’t have, and they don’t look at what they have.” This quote hits you with its stark honesty. It doesn’t sugarcoat anything or offer a quick fix. It simply states a truth that resonates because we recognize it in ourselves and in the world around us. How often do we find ourselves trapped in longing for someone else’s success, relationships, or possessions while ignoring the blessings and opportunities readily available in our lives? The first part of the quote, “In life, everyone wants what they don’t have,” speaks to the inherent human desire for more. This desire can be a powerful motivator that drives us to achieve, innovate, and grow. After all, without a certain level of dissatisfaction, would we...

The three faces of wit: "The mind reigns, the mind slaves, and the mind feeds ducks."

One such proverb, “The mind reigns, the mind slaves, the mind feeds ducks,” translates to “Intelligence reigns, intelligence serves, intelligence feeds ducks.” This seemingly simple proverb is a profound insight into the complex character of intelligence and its diverse manifestations in human life. At its core, the proverb emphasizes that intelligence, or “mind,” is not a monolithic entity. It does not guarantee any one predetermined outcome or social status. Instead, it emphasizes that its application, development, and context are crucial factors in shaping its impact on an individual’s life. To fully understand its meaning, we must analyze each of the three clauses separately. “Mind reigns.” This first part speaks to the power of intelligence when properly honed and used. Applying intelligence strategically, creatively, and ethically can lead to success, leadership, and influence. It is intelligence that fuels innovation, solves complex problems, and inspires others. It represents t...

The Endlessly Unfinished: When "Get it Done" Just Doesn't Apply

We've all heard the mantra: "Get it done!" It's the rallying cry of productivity gurus, the unspoken demand hanging in the air of every office, and the silent pressure we place on ourselves to tick off boxes and cross tasks off the list. But what happens when the list never ends? What happens when the "done" state feels perpetually out of reach?   There's a saying, passed down through generations, that speaks to this very feeling: "If the work had an end, your grandfather would have already finished it." It's a playful yet profound reminder that some endeavors are inherently ongoing, a continuous cycle of improvement, maintenance, and adaptation.   Think of tending a garden. Weeding is an ongoing process. The pruning is a constant cycle. The nurturing requires ongoing attention. You harvest the fruits of your labor, but the work of preparing for the next season begins almost immediately.   Or consider raising children. From the sleepless ni...

What is Politics? Quotes from Personalities

For people, it is a method of solving problems in a democratic way. But I can mention what a man told me in 1989. For as long as the world can remember, it was getting better, but it didn't get better. Take care of yourself. My opinion aligns with those who have claimed for 3,000 years that politics remains unchanged. I'm just going to quote a few people in general about politics. Every few years, the oppressed get to choose precisely which members of the oppressor class will represent and oppress them. Karl Marx Politics is not a game. This is serious business. Winston Churchill Politics has nothing to do with morality. Niccolò Machiavelli In politics, stupidity is not a disadvantage. Napoleon Bonaparte If voting changes anything, they will make it illegal. Emma Goldman We hang the petty thieves and appoint the big ones to public office. Aesop It is enough for people to know that there was an election. People who vote don't decide anything. The people who count the votes d...

Investor quotes from great investors - rules for every investor

 Do you know the only thing that gives me pleasure? It's to see my dividends coming in. John D. Rockefeller One of the funny things about the stock market is that every time one person buys, another sells, and both think they are astute. William Feather To beat the market, you'll have to invest serious bucks to dig up information no one else has yet. Merton Miller 1."Never invest in a business you don't understand." 2."The 19th century belongs to England, the 20th century belongs to the USA, and the 21st century belongs to China. Invest accordingly." 3. Stocks are not ordinary pieces of paper. They represent partial ownership of a business. So when considering an investment, think like a future owner. 4. Always invest only in assets you know well! 5. Rule number 1: Never lose money! Rule number 2: Never forget rule number 1! 6. Whether it's stocks or socks, I like to buy quality goods at low prices. 7. Price is what you pay. Value is what you get. Fo...

Quotes from my third book. 'The Heir of the Dynasty'

I hope it will be on the market by the end of January 2024. I took the liberty of posting long quotations. Certainly, some readers may, after reading this book, accuse me of being against poor people. Nothing of the kind. They can take lessons from her. 1. Only they could not control their own children and the weather  2. Confidence in oneself wins, and trust in others  3. Okay, let's say I'm having a bad day. You are over the moon with happiness. If I come and ruin your day, how will you feel?   4. I don't know; I'm looking for someone who will like me, soul and heart, not only physically  5. We respected each other so much that we were afraid to share our feelings in case it didn't work out.   6. I have no idea how rich you are. But that's enough wasting your time with me, a poor student. Do you really like me that much?-   7. You may have lied to me up to this point, but from now on, just don't do it. I will feel you, and you will lose me.   ...

People should not look at money as wealth

  A few quotes from my second book. It is historical fiction. About the dreams of a prince. But it is no different from today's lifestyle. She can help with Max's lessons and actions to make many people's dreams come true. 1. Every action is a step towards achieving the goal. 2. Accurate information reduces the distance and time required to reach the goal. 3. If you have the support of your opponent, you will face fewer obstacles in achieving your goal. 4. The more you help, the more satisfaction you will experience. 5. Wanting something is different from putting in the effort to obtain it. 6. A dream inspires ambition and motivation in a person. 7. True wealth is not merely possessing a bag of gold, but rather it is a reflection of what you have accomplished. 8. Do we have the knowledge and belief that we will succeed in our endeavor? 9. If he did not have a good upbringing, how could he know about the knowledge that offers unlimited possibilities to each individual? 10. I...

God gives, but we must make an effort to take

Here are a few quotes from my first book. These quotes touch on important issues in people's lives. As a matter of fact, in all my books I have come up with many sayings that people like to post on their social networks. 1. Ignorance and laziness are man's greatest enemies 2. A good upbringing is a prerequisite for good health and a successful life. 3. A person is complete if he has spiritual, mental, and physical health. 4. We know that knowledge is stronger than any weapon 5. You can always conquer a person by being able to take control of your feelings 6. You can't bring back the past, but you can think about your future. 7. God gives, but we must make an effort to take 8. Only words are not enough; action must also be taken. 9. If you fail today, I'm sure you will succeed tomorrow. 10. Sometimes we need help, but don't forget to be thankful for it. 11. The habits you build now will stay with you for life 12 The hardest words to say are "thank you" and ...

Quotes from famous people about life

 "The only way to do great work is to love what you do." -Steve Jobs  "Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it."-Steve Jobs  "The best way to find out what you want to do with your life is by doing it."-John Lennon  "You can't connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backward. So you have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future. You have to trust in something — your gut, destiny, life, karma, whatever. This approach has never let me down, and it has made all the difference in my life."-Steve Jobs  "The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today."-Franklin D. Roosevelt  "We may ...