Inspiration, Life

What to Believe: An Ethical Creed by W. L. Sheldon

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October 25, 2022
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What does True Nobility mean to You?

A few weeks back I came across this age-old wisdom by W. L. Sheldon (Walter Lorenzo Sheldon), “Remember that there is nothing noble in being superior to some other man. The true nobility is in being superior to your previous self.” The quote came from part of an address, “What to Believe: An Ethical Creed” by W. L. Sheldon, dated April 1897. Although it was penned more than a century ago, it is still as applicable today. Wayne Dyer further echoed this when he said, “…true nobility is not about being better than someone else, it’s about being better than we used to be.” Read more

Inspiration, Poem, Poetry

Still I Rise by Maya Angelou

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October 10, 2022

Still I Rise by Maya Angelou

More than 40 years after it was published in 1978, “Still I Rise” continues to inspire readers and audiences throughout generations. A kind of protest poem which is defiant as well as celebratory. The poem refers to the indomitable spirit of Black people, using repetition and the categorization of injustices against them. Despite adversity and racism, Maya Angelou expresses her faith that one will overcome and triumph. Read more

Inspiration, Life, Mindfulness

Call of the Earth: The Call of Life

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July 28, 2022
Call of the Earth

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Do you hear the call of the Earth?

Thich Nhat Hanh put it aptly in Zen and the Art of Saving the Planet that if we can’t see the beauty of the Earth, something is blocking the way or maybe we are so busy looking for something else we can’t hear her call. Only in silence can we hear the call of the Earth. If we do not pay attention to the here and now, we will miss her call. Read more

Education, Inspirational, Motivational, Quotes

Inspirational Messages for Students and Motivational Quotes

Jennifer Clarke
July 13, 2022

Inspirational Messages for Students and Motivational Quotes

Being in school is not an easy thing. Because of this, we’ve curated a few inspirational messages and quotes to encourage you in your education journey. They will give you the motivation to juggle exams, work, and homework, attend classes on time, and create time for social life.

When you’re that busy, with much demands on your energy and time, it can be tough to relax and assess the things going on in your life. Only when exhaustion or stress becomes overwhelming, that’s when you know you will need an inspirational quote and superb energy to keep you going. The quotes discussed here will help you get through tough times. There are also many motivational books for students that you can read today to stay on top of your game. We’ve curated some of the best tips below. Read more

Attitude, Change the world, Inspiration, Life, World Peace

Learn 5 Main Reasons Why it is Important to Achieve World Peace

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May 27, 2022

Learn 5 Main Reasons Why it is Important to Achieve World Peace

Learn 5 Main Reasons Why it is Important to Achieve World Peace

We get an increasing rate of conflicts across the globe yearly. Nations are destroying one another as a result of political disputes. How important does world peace mean to us today? Is anyone even considering how bad violence and conflicts affect us as individuals? Let alone our families and cultures?

How do we tackle the problems that affect and destroy our societies? Is it safe to ignore them since we’ve been trying for centuries? Is it possible to prioritize unity above our differences? Build a world where we can tell better socio-economical stories to our children? Let’s discuss how important world peace affects mankind’s existence. Read more

Attitude, Education, Learning, Life, Traveling

Reasons Why Traveling is the Best Form of Education

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May 16, 2022
Reasons Why Traveling is the Best Form of Education

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Reasons Why Traveling is the Best Form of Education

Traveling is the goal of most students. Taking some time off from study to travel to a different country sounds like an appealing idea. Depending on the course you are studying, traveling to a different country could have more benefits. There are so many countries to visit and a lot of lessons to learn in each one. This is why traveling is one the best forms of education. What lessons can students learn from traveling to different countries around the world? Read more