There are many moments in life where some practical wisdom comes to use. Here is a look at some of the most inspiring and wise quotes to help you gain some fresh perspectives and insights.
“A good head and a good heart are always a formidable combination.”
“A man must be big enough to admit his mistakes, smart enough to profit from them, and strong enough to correct them.”
“A tree is known by its fruit; a man by his deeds. A good deed is never lost; he who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love.”
“Beware of false knowledge; it is more dangerous than ignorance.”
“By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest.”
“Commitment is an act, not a word.”
“Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment.”
“Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.”
“Don’t gain the world and lose your soul; wisdom is better than silver or gold.”
“For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone.”
“Grief can be the garden of compassion. If you keep your heart open through everything, your pain can become your greatest ally in your life’s search for love and wisdom.”
“Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom.”
“If you’re trying to achieve, there will be roadblocks. I’ve had them; everybody has had them. But obstacles don’t have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don’t turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.”
“In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.”
“It’s not the having, it’s the getting.”
“It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see.”
“It’s the little details that are vital. Little things make big things happen.”
“Knowledge is of no value unless you put it into practice.”
“Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens.”
“Music is a higher revelation than all wisdom and philosophy.”
“Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal.”
“People don’t notice whether it’s winter or summer when they’re happy.”
“Public opinion is no more than this: what people think that other people think.”
“Some of the best lessons we ever learn are learned from past mistakes. The error of the past is the wisdom and success of the future.”
“Talent is God given. Be humble. Fame is man-given. Be grateful. Conceit is self-given. Be careful.”
“The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.”
“The man of knowledge must be able not only to love his enemies but also to hate his friends.”
“The more you like yourself, the less you are like anyone else, which makes you unique.”
“The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.”
“The opinion which other people have of you is their problem, not yours.”
“The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails.”
“Those who improve with age embrace the power of personal growth and personal achievement and begin to replace youth with wisdom, innocence with understanding, and lack of purpose with self-actualization.”
“To enjoy good health, to bring true happiness to one’s family, to bring peace to all, one must first discipline and control one’s own mind. If a man can control his mind he can find the way to Enlightenment, and all wisdom and virtue will naturally come to him.”
“Trouble shared is trouble halved.”
“We are made wise not by the recollection of our past, but by the responsibility for our future.”
“Whatever you do in life, surround yourself with smart people who’ll argue with you.”
“Wisdom, compassion, and courage are the three universally recognized moral qualities of men.”
“Work like you don’t need the money. Love like you’ve never been hurt. Dance like nobody’s watching.”
“You always have two choices: your commitment versus your fear.”
Wisdom can play an enormous role in your life. Remember some of these great wise quotes next time.
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