Wisdom of Quotes

Quotes of great individuals may comprise only a few words but the wisdom they offer is profound. Here's a unique compilation of our editor's interpretations of some of the best quotations from some of the greatest thinkers to have ever lived. Each interpretation is a a gentle reflection of the wisdom of the respective quote.

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Express love, now!

We don’t need to wait for our deathbed to express love, appreciation and all that is good. We must do it now.
Be childlike

As we grow up, let us try not to lose the inherent intelligence bestowed on us by nature.
See possibilities

No matter how difficult or trying your circumstances are, keep your hopes alive because possibilities exist.
Drop ego, pick up bliss

If you want to be blissful, then you must transcend your ego.
Preach and practise

The next time your children don’t listen to you, stop and think if you’re preaching what you’re practising.
Transcend Resistance

You will always encounter opposition from mediocre people when you try to do something different.
No doubt about it!

Doubts prevent us from doing certain things, which would actually be good for us if we just went ahead and did it.
Think you can

Belief in self is the cornerstone of all accomplishments.
It's OK to be contradicted

Opinions contradictory to ours are an opportunity to grow, rather than a cause of conflict.
Never Give Up

Success is not about avoiding failure — it's about conquering it.
Security is an illusion

The biggest risk in life is not taking risk.