Tag Archives: Ralph Waldo Emerson

A Powerful and Simple Philosophy for a Good Life

Posted on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 by

“To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; … Continue reading →

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Take a Walk

Posted on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 by

“It is the best of humanity, I think, that goes out to walk. In happy hours all affairs may be wisely postponed for this. Dr. Johnson said, ‘Few men know how to take a walk,’ and it is pretty certain … Continue reading →

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Be Kind While You Can

Posted on Monday, August 8, 2016 by

You cannot do a kindness too soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson Great advice from a great thinker.  Life is short and it’s easy to forget those important people in … Continue reading →

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Observation by Emerson

“How much of human life is lost in waiting.” Ralph Waldo Emerson

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