Freya Stark, a spirited British-Italian explorer and travel writer, danced across the pages of history like a desert wind. Imagine Freya as a young girl, her eyes alight with curiosity. She devoured tales of distant lands—the scent of spices, the whisper of sand dunes, the secrets hidden in ancient ruins. Her heart fluttered with the… Leia mais "There can be no happiness
Viktor E. Frankl, a psychiatrist and Holocaust survivor, didn’t merely tread the path of academia; he carved his own. His journey began with a curiosity that bloomed early—a fascination with psychology and the quest for meaning. Picture a young Frankl, scribbling notes in dimly lit classrooms, his mind ablaze with questions. As a teenager, he… Leia mais "Happiness, cannot be pursued
Zat Rana, a modern-day philosopher and writer, weaves his insights at the intersection of science, art, and business. His canvas is Design Luck, where he brushes strokes of wisdom, inviting readers to construct richer lives. But who is this enigmatic thinker, and what led him to distill such profound truths? Born in the digital age,… Leia mais "A felicidade não se trata de um estado de euforia constante
Mahatma Gandhi, was a remarkable figure who etched his legacy into the annals of history. His life was a tapestry woven with threads of resilience, compassion, and unwavering commitment to justice. Gandhi, affectionately known as the Mahatma (which translates to “Great Soul”), emerged as a beacon of hope during India’s struggle for independence from British… Leia mais "Happiness is when what you think
Alexandre Dumas was a prolific French novelist and playwright. Dumas moved to Paris in 1823, where he began his career as a writer. His works, which include “The Three Musketeers” and “The Count of Monte Cristo”, have been translated into many languages, making him one of the most widely read French authors. His novels, often… Leia mais "There is neither happiness nor misery in the world
Tom Waits is an American musician, composer, songwriter, and actor. His music, a blend of rock, blues, jazz, and experimental techniques, often focuses on the underbelly of society, delivered in his trademark deep, gravelly voice. The quote is from the song “Take It With Me” from the album “Mule Variations” released in 1999. The song… Leia mais "All that you’ve loved is all that you own.
About the author Ralph G. Nichols (1907-2005) earned his title as “The Father of Listening” through four decades of groundbreaking research and teaching at the University of Minnesota. Born in Mascot, Nebraska, Nichols initially worked as a high school speech teacher and debate coach. His career took a dramatic turn when he noticed something unexpected:… Leia mais "The best way to understand people is to listen to them
About the author Andrew Sullivan is a British-American author, editor, and blogger. Sullivan addresses political and social issues as a writer, commentator, and blogger. The meaning of the quote Sullivan’s quote is a reminder that happiness cannot be achieved overnight. The pursuit of happiness is a lifelong journey that involves exploring new ideas, meeting new… Leia mais "I believe in the pursuit of happiness
B.F. Skinner was a prominent American psychologist and behaviourist who pioneered the science of behaviourism. He was born on March 20, 1904, in Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, and died on August 18, 1990, in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He was the Edgar Pierce Professor of Psychology at Harvard University from 1958 to 1974, and he wrote 21 books and… Leia mais "Bad behaviour is habit forming when rewarded
Steve Kamb is an American fitness instructor, publisher, writer, and founder of Nerd Fitness, a website and fitness centre that helps nerds and average Joes get healthy and level up their lives. He is also the author of the book Level Up Your Life: How to Unlock Adventure and Happiness by Becoming the Hero of… Leia mais "When you screw up
