“Reflect on three things each day: who you are, what you know, and what you want.” – Saint Augustine
from the book Confessions
“Life is a quest for truth, love beauty, goodness, and freedom; life is the art of becoming human through the cultivation of the human soul.” – Rob Rieman
from Nobility of Spirit
“Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure.” – Oprah Winfrey
“Grab hold of time! Use it! Be mindful of every day, every hour! If you are not careful, time can slip away far too easily and quickly.” Thomas Mann
“But all things excellent are as difficult as they are rare.” Spinoza
from Ethics
M: On independent identity
You can not think when someone else thinks for you, prescribes your actions, or picks the tie you wear to work. You lack opinion and thus you lack identity, and thus you lack a basis to explore the human soul. Without a boat, the river can never be fully known. You can not navigate the far and deep reaches.
“Our brains are good for dates and facts that can be forgotten when no longer needed. But nothing that is safely stored in our hearts will ever be lost.” – Rob Rieman
From the book Nobility of Spirit