Illuminations Quotes

“A wise man knows how little he knows."   In life, there is no end to the lessons that can be learned. Wisdom is not a task that can be completed or a race that can be won. It is a constant development that lasts a lifetime. Every day is a chance to gain experience. Every mistake is an opportunity to learn something new.  To cease the pursuit of wisdom is to walk in a straight line through a dark forest. Arrogance refuses the help of maps or the guidance of others, forging onward and looking only in the direction ahead. Though signs point in warning, a foolish person is too blinded by pride to observe their surroundings — too oblivious to see the cliff's edge in front of them until it is too late.  The wisest study their successes to find what they should repeat, and study their failures to avoid the same”
― Illuminatiam, Illuminations: Wisdom From This Planet's Greatest Minds

“It is always safe to learn, even from our enemies; seldom safe to venture to instruct, even our friends." Charles Caleb Colton A leader's greatest strength is knowing his greatest weakness. No person is made perfect and every human is born with unique flaws that affect every decision they make. For some it is envy. For others, greed. And for many, it is pride.  Enemies are often more honest than friends. Friends will overlook your weaknesses, telling you what you want to hear instead of what you should be told because they see you through eyes clouded by admiration.  Enemies care nothing for your friendship. A rival will find your most vulnerable point and expose it without any remorse. But this is a gift — a chance to strengthen where you are”
― Illuminatiam, Illuminations: Wisdom From This Planet's Greatest Minds

“mistakes. Heed the warnings and lessons throughout life, and they will guide you to safety.”
― Illuminatiam, Illuminations: Wisdom From This Planet's Greatest Minds

“day. Its first touch is like a finger pressing into a still pool of water, creating a ripple that grows larger until it reaches the edges. Once the ripple disappears, the stillness of the water suddenly seems insufficient to eyes that have already seen its movement. Like fame and glory, it yearns for more, the finger pressing into it again and again until the water bounces with waves reverberating in all directions. Soon the water is merely a violent tempest — as are the lives of the seekers of glory.   If you seek power, prepare for its seductions.  Though many fools drown in glory's pool, the cautious emerge clean.”
― Illuminatiam, Illuminations: Wisdom From This Planet's Greatest Minds

“Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people."  Eleanor Roosevelt”
― Illuminatiam, Illuminations: Wisdom From This Planet's Greatest Minds

“weak. A fortress that cannot withstand the storm will never survive the hurricane.”
― Illuminatiam, Illuminations: Wisdom From This Planet's Greatest Minds

“and money — some for so long that they never return to the road that leads to their dreams. Though they may have the ability to reach the end, they lose the determination to continue their journey.  Your choice in companions can mean the difference between a life veering further from the path and a partnership that steers each other back to the center. The love of another person can strengthen, guide, and empower even those who have been lost in the mires of self-doubt. When chosen wisely, love can navigate even the most complicated of life's maps.”
― Illuminatiam, Illuminations: Wisdom From This Planet's Greatest Minds

“Our chief want in life is somebody who will make us do what we can."  Ralph Waldo Emerson Every person is born with hopes and goals but only a few fully attain them. Though they begin with great expectations, many people are distracted from their intended path by hardships, time,”
― Illuminatiam, Illuminations: Wisdom From This Planet's Greatest Minds

“Glory is like a circle in the water, which never ceases to enlarge itself, till, by broad spreading, it disperses to naught." William Shakespeare Beware the seductive voice of glory. A single taste begins its addiction, driving a desire for more and more each”
― Illuminatiam, Illuminations: Wisdom From This Planet's Greatest Minds

“by”
― Illuminatiam, Illuminations: Wisdom From This Planet's Greatest Minds

“that promise greater returns over time. Appreciate what you have and you will never lose what you are given.”
― Illuminatiam, Illuminations: Wisdom From This Planet's Greatest Minds