Secrets of the Mind Quotes

“An idea can be a portal or a prison. How wearisome are the religious fanatics, political ideologues, and intellectual zealots who think their one idea explains everything!”
― Sam Torode, Secrets of the Mind: Ralph Waldo Emerson's Keys to Expansive Mental Powers

“The truth is, each of us is equipped with the wisdom we need to steer our own boat, if we only listen to the voice of our inner pilot instead of mimicking our neighbors’ motions.”
― Sam Torode, Secrets of the Mind: Ralph Waldo Emerson's Keys to Expansive Mental Powers

“Resolve to know the laws of nature. Follow them in all circumstances; let them shape you; be guided by their perfect wisdom. —Epictetus, Greek philosopher”
― Sam Torode, Secrets of the Mind: Ralph Waldo Emerson's Keys to Expansive Mental Powers

“Knowledge squared is wisdom, and wisdom squared is virtue.”
― Sam Torode, Secrets of the Mind: Ralph Waldo Emerson's Keys to Expansive Mental Powers

“With any teacher or book, take what resonates with you and leave the rest. Your own mind is your greatest teacher. Trust it.”
― Sam Torode, Secrets of the Mind: Ralph Waldo Emerson's Keys to Expansive Mental Powers

“Each mind has its own method, as well as its own storehouse of accumulated facts upon which to draw. Differences in intellectual endowment are insignificant compared with our common wealth. Do you think the cashier, the cook, and the trash collector have no thoughts, no stories, no wonders for you? Be curious about the ways others live and think, including—or especially—those with little formal schooling. Your curiosity will be rewarded.”
― Sam Torode, Secrets of the Mind: Ralph Waldo Emerson's Keys to Expansive Mental Powers

“Diamonds are obtained by mining under the earth. Dig deep within your soul, and you’ll gain new riches of understanding, wisdom, and power. —James Allen”
― Sam Torode, Secrets of the Mind: Ralph Waldo Emerson's Keys to Expansive Mental Powers