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  • A close-up photo of the equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius at the Capitoline Museum

    Quote Of The Day By Philosopher Marcus Aurelius: 'Life Is Short, And The One Fruit Of It In This World Is...'

    Stoic philosopher Marcus Aurelius lived an incredible life, but underneath it all, the former Roman emperor knew what mattered most, hence our quote of the day.

    By Jonathan Wright 5 hours ago Read More
  • A black-and-white photo shows Albert Einstein looking directly into the camera lens

    Quote Of The Day By Albert Einstein: 'Everyone Followed Him Gladly, For They Felt That He Never Set Out To...'

    Albert Einstein was more than just a renowned physicist; he also shared plenty of wisdom with the world, including today's chosen quote of the day about power.

    By Carly Silva 1 day ago Read More
  • A statue of Greek philosopher Socrates located in Athens, Greece

    Quote Of The Day By Socrates: 'Either Death Is A State Of Nothingness And Utter Unconsciousness, Or...'

    Socrates was a celebrated philosopher and free speech enthusiast who essentially died for his beliefs, and our quote of the day showcases his attitude to death.

    By Jonathan Wright 2 days ago Read More
  • Albert Einstein wearing a suit

    Quote Of The Day By Albert Einstein: 'The Example Of Great And Pure Characters Is The Only Thing That Can...'

    Legendary thinker Albert Einstein wasn't just smart when it came to science; he also had strong ideas about human nature, including our chosen quote of the day.

    By Marica Laing 3 days ago Read More
  • A woman writing in her journal with a smiling face

    Quote Of The Day By 'The Light In The Heart' Author Roy T. Bennett: 'Being Grateful Does Not Mean That Everything Is Necessarily...'

    Inspirational author Roy T. Bennett is something of an enigma, but his sayings are all over social media, including today's quote of the day about gratitude.

    By Jonathan Wright 4 days ago Read More
  • Antoine de Saint-Exupéry posing for a photo

    Quote Of The Day By 'The Little Prince' Author Antoine De Saint-Exupéry: 'We Forget That There Is No Hope Of Joy Except In...'

    Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s experiences taught him the value of human relationships — a lesson he shared with others in today’s quote of the day.

    By Kristin Conard 5 days ago Read More
  • A portrait of German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche by Edvard Munch

    Quote Of The Day By Philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche: 'Love Brings To Light The Noble And Hidden Qualities Of A...'

    German writer and philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche knew what it was like to have loved and lost, which likely influenced today's chosen quote of the day.

    By Jonathan Wright 6 days ago Read More
  • Oscar Wilde posing for a photo

    Quote Of The Day By Oscar Wilde: 'And Unselfishness Is Letting Other People's Lives Alone, Not...'

    The acclaimed playwright Oscar Wilde also wrote essays, including one on Individualism where he discussed the true meaning of not being selfish.

    By Kristin Conard 7 days ago Read More
  • Black and white portrait of Maya Angelou

    Quote Of The Day By Maya Angelou: 'I Think That We're In The Presence Of Courage When We See A...'

    Maya Angelou was an esteemed poet and civil rights activist whose impressive candor endeared her to millions. Our quote of the day highlights her kind approach.

    By Marica Laing 8 days ago Read More
  • A photo of Albert Einstein taken in Washington, D.C., circa 1927

    Quote Of The Day By Albert Einstein: 'Such Isolation Is Sometimes Bitter, But I Do Not Regret Being...'

    Albert Einstein was arguably the greatest scientist who ever lived, and certainly the most well-known, so his thoughts on isolation are pretty noteworthy.

    By Jonathan Wright 9 days ago Read More
  • Ralph Waldo Emerson sitting at a desk

    Quote Of The Day By Ralph Waldo Emerson: 'And Indeed The Love Of Wealth Seems To...'

    Ralph Waldo Emerson knew a thing or two about the value of life, having lost his first wife early in their union, which likely influenced our quote of the day.

    By Marica Laing 12 days ago Read More
  • A portrait of Leo Tolstoy taken on his 80th birthday

    Quote Of The Day By Leo Tolstoy: 'All Happy Families Are Alike; Each Unhappy Family Is...'

    Iconic Russian author Leo Tolstoy had a unique insight into the ways families function and fall apart, which is showcased in today's chosen quote of the day.

    By Jonathan Wright 13 days ago Read More
  • A color picture of Pythagoras holding ancient weighing scales

    Quote Of The Day By Pythagoras: 'Do Nothing Evil, Neither In The Presence Of Others, Nor Privately; But...'

    The Greek philosopher Pythagoras may have a mathematical theorem named after him, but he remains something of an enigma. But his thoughts on the self are clear.

    By Marica Laing 14 days ago Read More
  • Illustration of Søren Kierkegaard

    Quote Of The Day By Søren Kierkegaard: 'The Greatest Hazard Of All, Losing One's Self, Can Occur Very Quietly...'

    Søren Kierkegaard is one of the most highly regarded philosophers of all time, and these words of wisdom remind us of what is important in life.

    By Lauren Waters 15 days ago Read More
  • A statue of Confucius in the Harbin Confucius Temple

    Quote Of The Day By Confucius: 'The Superior Man Is Distressed By His Want Of Ability. He Is Not...'

    In "The Analects," the famous philosopher Confucius discusses what people should care about more than others' opinions, and his advice still holds true.

    By Jonathan Wright 16 days ago Read More
  • Eleanor Roosevelt smiling in front of book shelf

    Quote Of The Day By Eleanor Roosevelt: 'Friendship With Oneself Is All Important Because Without It...'

    Eleanor Roosevelt is arguably one of the most famous, and beloved, first ladies the world has ever known, and her words about friendship are still noteworthy.

    By Lauren Waters 17 days ago Read More
  • Photo of Indian freedom fighter Mahatma Gandhi taken around 1940

    Quote Of The Day By Mahatma Gandhi: 'The Weak Can Never Forgive. Forgiveness Is The Attribute Of The...'

    Mahatma Gandhi advocated peaceful resistance, supporting justice without resorting to violence — the underlying message of his quote today.

    By Jonathan Wright 18 days ago Read More
  • Jean-Paul Sartre sitting in a chair in front of bookshelves

    Quote Of The Day By Jean-Paul Sartre: 'We Are Left Alone, Without Excuse. That Is What I Mean When...'

    French writer and philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre was one of the world's greatest thinkers, and our chosen quote of the day showcases his thoughts on being human.

    By Lauren Waters 19 days ago Read More
  • Robert Frost arriving at an airport in London in a dark suit

    Quote Of The Day By Pulitzer-Winning Poet Robert Frost: 'Home Is The Place Where, When You Have To Go There...'

    Iconic American poet Robert Frost took a keen interest in the human experience in his celebrated, Pulitzer Prize-winning work, including our quote of the day.

    By Kristin Conard 20 days ago Read More
  • Dale Carnegie smiling in a suit while being photographed in 1938

    Quote Of The Day By Dale Carnegie: 'Any Fool Can Criticize, Condemn And Complain—And Most Fools Do. But...'

    It took a while for Dale Carnegie to find his purpose in life, but the writer and public speaker had plenty of wisdom to share, including our quote of the day.

    By Jonathan Wright 21 days ago Read More
  • Albert Einstein working

    Quote Of The Day By Albert Einstein: 'A Calm And Modest Life Brings More Happiness Than The Pursuit Of...'

    Nobel Prize winner Albert Einstein is widely considered one of the world's all-time greatest thinkers, so naturally, we chose him for our quote of the day.

    By Kristin Conard 22 days ago Read More
  • Sigmund Freud holding a cigar

    Quote Of The Day By Psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud: 'If You Want To Endure Life, Prepare Yourself For...'

    Sigmund Freud is a household name, but you may not be familiar with this quote from him, which reminds us that certain things in life can't be ignored.

    By Lauren Waters 23 days ago Read More
  • Jane Goodall posing on the red carpet in a dark blue patterned jacket with a gold brooch

    Quote Of The Day By Jane Goodall: 'If You Don't Think What You Do Is Going To Make Any Difference, Why...'

    Renowned primatologist and conservationist Jane Goodall knew a thing or two about making a difference, and our chosen quote of the day showcases her approach.

    By Kristin Conard 24 days ago Read More
  • A photograph of Carl Gustav Jung

    Quote Of The Day By Carl Jung: 'Knowing Your Own Darkness Is The Best Method For Dealing With...'

    Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung was fascinated by the human psyche, and particularly our "shadow" selves, which is reflected in our chosen quote of the day.

    By Jonathan Wright 25 days ago Read More
  • A portrait of American poet Emily Dickinson made by American artist Laura Coombs Hills

    Quote Of The Day By Emily Dickinson: 'If I Read A Book And It Makes My Whole Body So...'

    Acclaimed writer Emily Dickinson once said that poetry evokes emotion and feeling; when you read it, you know it's poetry if you have any bodily reaction.

    By Jonathan Wright 26 days ago Read More
  • The Dalai Lama photographed on June 11, 2007 in Melbourne, Australia

    Quote Of The Day By 14th Dalai Lama: 'I Try To Treat Whoever I Meet As An...'

    The 14th Dalai Lama is a wise man, and today's quote of the day shows how he approaches strangers with the warmth and kindness of an old friend.

    By Jonathan Wright 27 days ago Read More
  • Mary Oliver photographed at Maria Shriver's Women's Conference 2010 in Long Beach, California

    Quote Of The Day By Mary Oliver: 'Two Or Three Times In My Life I Discovered...'

    Today's quote of the day comes from Mary Oliver, who says love may not have all the answers or solve all the problems, but the feeling is too good to pass up.

    By Jonathan Wright 28 days ago Read More
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