I believe unconditionally in the ability of people to respond when they are told the truth. We need to be taught to study rather than believe, to inquire rather than to affirm.
Septima Poinsette ClarkRead
I have great belief in the fact that whenever there is chaos, it creates wonderful thinking. I consider chaos a gift.
Interpretation
Chaos can lead to innovative and creative thoughts.
In this quote, Septima Poinsette Clark expresses her belief that chaos, rather than being merely disruptive, serves as a catalyst for exceptional thinking and creativity. By framing chaos as a 'gift', she encourages us to embrace unexpected challenges and look for the opportunities they present for growth and innovation.
In practice
This quote can be used in a motivational speech to inspire innovation in business.
I believe unconditionally in the ability of people to respond when they are told the truth. We need to be taught to study rather than believe, to inquire rather than to affirm.
I always write the end of everything first. I always write the last chapters of my books before I write the beginning....Then I go back to the beginning. I mean, it's always nice to know where you're going is my theory.
A wise man should so write (though in words understood by all men) that wise men only should be able to commend him.
How strange to think that great pain may be impermanent. Something in us all seems to want to carve it in granite, as if only this would do full honor to its terrible significance. But even pain is blessed with impermanence... p 259
Adversity cleanses the lethargies of man
But the very fact that this world is so challenging is exactly why you sometimes must reach out of its jurisdiction for help, appealing to a higher authority in order to find your comfort.
Health, power, riches, possessions and honor can be snatched from you, but your will is irrevocably your own.
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