About the Author William Blake (1757-1827) was an English poet, painter, and printmaker born in London to a family of modest means. The quote comes from his poem “Auguries of Innocence,” written around 1803 but not published until 1863, long after his death. This poem opens with the famous four lines before extending into a… Læs mere "To see a World in a Grain of Sand
About the Author Sam Harris is a writer, philosopher, neuroscientist, and podcast host born in 1967. The quote comes from Harris’s book “Waking Up: A Guide to Spirituality Without Religion” (2014), where he explores consciousness, meditation, and spirituality from a secular, scientific perspective. In this work, Harris draws on his own experiences with meditation as… Læs mere "Where you stand
About the author Dr. Seuss, born Theodor Seuss Geisel (1904-1991), was an American writer and illustrator who created over 60 children’s books featuring imaginative characters, playful rhymes, and moral lessons. His distinctive art style and invented words like “nerd” and “grinch” became part of our cultural vocabulary. While many attribute this quote to Dr. Seuss,… Læs mere "Life is pretty amazing.
About the author Nancy Holt (1938-2014) was an American artist known for her groundbreaking work in sculpture, installation art, film, and photography. Her interest in perception and natural light led her to create some of the most significant land art pieces of the 20th century. Holt expressed this thought about our connection to the stars… Læs mere "The moon and stars
About the author George Raveling is one of basketball’s most influential figures, with a career spanning over six decades. Born in 1937 in Washington, D.C., Raveling broke barriers as the first Black basketball coach in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and the PAC-8 (now PAC-12). His coaching career included successful tenures at Washington State University,… Læs mere "You can be happy, or you can be very happy
About the author Donald Miller is an American author best known for his memoirs and Christian spirituality books. He has written New York Times bestsellers like Blue Like Jazz, A Million Miles in a Thousand Years, and Building a StoryBrand. Miller’s writing is honest, insightful, and often humorous as he explores faith, relationships, and finding… Læs mere "Nogle gange er man nødt til at se nogen elske noget
About the author The Mind Map Journal is where visual thinking meets personal growth. Our website brings you proven mind mapping methods that turn scattered thoughts into clear, actionable plans. We offer a full library of tips, tutorials and templates that work for both new and skilled journalers, going beyond basic writing by adding visual… Læs mere "Happier has ruined many fine moments of happiness
About the author The Mind Map Journal is where visual thinking meets personal growth. Our website brings you proven mind mapping methods that turn scattered thoughts into clear, actionable plans. We offer a full library of tips, tutorials and templates that work for both new and skilled journalers, going beyond basic writing by adding visual… Læs mere "Never swap happy with happier
About the author The quote is attributed to an Italian proverb. While proverbs do not have a single identifiable author, they are valuable cultural artifacts passed down through generations. Italian proverbs often reflect the wisdom, values, and humor of Italian society. They are known for their practical advice and insights into daily life. This particular… Læs mere "If nothing is going well
About the author Barry Schwartz is an American psychologist and emeritus at Swarthmore College, renowned for his research in psychology and economics. Born in 1946, Schwartz has significantly contributed to the understanding of human behaviour, particularly regarding decision-making and happiness. He is best known for his book “The Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less,”… Læs mere "The secret to happiness
