Ancient Minds Modern Times

This ancient wisdom from Buddha reinforces the importance of avoiding negativity and focusing on positivity. This can change your life in so many ways.

This proverb reminds us that it's not always about the speed toward goals but the fact you are moving forward. Standing still is the path toward failure.

This saying of Jesus has the ability to bring massive positivity to the world. It's so powerful that if people applied this to their lives they would see amazing change.

Chinese Philosopher Lao Tzu's powerful advice is something we should think about.

Many times people talk about their beliefs and philosophy, but often it's all talk. Show people through your actions. Live it.

Epictetus quote gives us some thoughts on why anything great takes time.

This piece of great wisdom has deep meaning to think about. We are remembered by what do. It's important to leave an imprint of good and positivity.

While knowledge is great, this advice about wisdom can reframe our thinking.

Seneca's quote about soft-living and how it makes us weak. This is both physically and mentally.

Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius talks about how the present is the same as the past and the future. We have seen it all.

This proverb reminds us that many times the big opportunities pass us by when we give up.

To I cover Demosthenes quote about how talk without action is vain and empty. Remember you have to take action in life to get results.

Claudius Claudianus gives us a very simple quote that those who covet things are poor inside. Not just in wealth but in spirit.

Plutarch warns us that striving for big things will cause pain and suffering. No path to success is easy.

Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius talks about the importance of great character.

Roman Poet, Juvenal reminds us that many people have hidden qualities. Don't judge the book by it's cover.

Heraclitus tells us what if you want to get big results you have to think big!

Stoic philosopher Epictetus gives a bold statement. If you want to write, ..write. The message: If you want to succeed, then take action!

Claudius Claudianus, a latin poet talks about those who seek to cause terror in others.

Seneca talks about how tough times can strengthen your mind like physical labor builds your body.

Pericles insight on why what we do for others is more important than any monument or fame.

Heraclitus gives us a tip on the power of our thoughts and actions on who we become.

Ovid from ancient Rome gives us a tip on enduring tough times because the pain will be useful someday. We'll be able to drawn upon on toughness we built from it.

Roman poet Horace tell us to Seize the day! Our time is running out.

Lucretius the ancient Roman poet talks about the importance steady action to get through tasks.

Socrates conveys a powerful message about those who are happiest are those who are content with the least.

Ancient Roman statesman Cicero talks about as long as we are living there is hope. Just that simple sentiment is so powerful.

Pythagoras talks about the importance of getting to the point and instead of wasting words.

Here's another powerful message from Roman Emperor and Philosopher Marcus Aurelius. The importance of taking a view from above.

Thales of Miletus states the most difficult challenge in life is discovering who we are.

Marcus Aurelius states that the best revenge is to not become like your enemy. Don't let hate and negativity take over.

Epictetus tells us why we should only hang around people who lift us up and are positive.

The process of improving will make you feel foolish but you know what? That's okay. Epictetus tells us why.

Plato's quote about the importance of being kind.

Aristotle lets us know that fair weather friends aren't really your friends.

Plutarch's nugget of wisdom about vices and how they can darken your life.

This quote from Epictetus gives us some insight on why we shouldn't think we know everything.

Plotinus speaks to the fact that knowledge without action means nothing.

Demosthenes from Ancient Greece give some advice about how small opportunities are the beginning of big things!

Plutarch has a great quote about while it's easy to find faults others, to do better it's much more difficult.

Confucius drops some wisdom with a quote on falling but the importance of rising again.

In this quote of the day, Democritus drops some wisdom about the fact that our soul is where we become happy. Not through "things"

This powerful quote comes for the Old Testament book of Proverbs 17:13 "The person who repays good with evil will never see evil leave his home."

The father of Greek Tragedy, Aeschylus delivers a quote about why people are jealous of successful people.

Here's two quotes from Socrates that can really make you think. Why are we rushing through life. It's time to slow down.

Lao Tzu's quote on leadership is powerful. A true leader inspires others to greatness.

Epictetus gives us a quote on why we shouldn't worry about trying to be admired by others and gain fame. Who cares what other people think about you.

Plato's quote on the importance of exercise rings true today. Lack of activity destroys your health.

In this first episode, I take a look at a quote from Marcus Aurelius. So fitting for these times when we are experiencing so much uncertainty. We have power over our minds but not outside events.