These are the quotes that refilled my energy today:
1. "When the student is ready the teacher appears. When the student is truly ready the teacher disappears."
(Lao Tzu)
2. "A true warrior fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him."
(Master Shifu, Kung Fu Panda franchise)
3. "Pain is the best teacher, but the worst friend."
(Wise Monke)
4. "Not everyone can become a great artist, but a great artist can come from anywhere."
(Anton Ego, Ratatouille)
5. "The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why."
(Mark Twain)
6. "How you deal with defeat is just as important as how you deal with victory."
(Mufasa, The Lion Guard franchise)
7. "If you only do what you can do, you will never be more than you are now."
(Master Oogway, Kung Fu Panda franchise)
8. "We all have two lives. The second one starts when we realize that we only have one."
(Tom Hiddleston)
9. "If we shouldn’t eat at night, why is there a light in the fridge?"
(Sun Tzu)
Targets:
a. Can you describe how you understand the meaning of the quotes 1, 2, 8, and 9 in less than 80 words for a quote?
b. From the quotes above, what impressed you, and why? You can choose more than one.
c. Can you find the relations between the nine quotes above and their true connected meaning?
Band scores for the questions are 4GP, 3GP and 3GP, respectively. You can earn up to 10GP in this topic.
a.
1. This quote from Lao Tzu suggests that true readiness for learning comes when one is open and receptive. When a student is truly ready to learn, they no longer need external guidance as they have internalized the lessons.
2. Master Shifu's quote highlights the idea that true strength comes from love and passion, not from hatred or anger towards others.
8. Tom Hiddleston's quote emphasizes the importance of seizing the present moment and making the most of life, especially after realizing the finite nature of our existence.
9. Sun Tzu's quote humorously points out the contradiction in some common beliefs, inviting reflection on societal norms and assumptions.
b. Personally, the quotes that impressed me the most are:
- "When the student is ready the teacher appears..." by Lao Tzu because it reflects the idea of readiness for learning and personal growth.
- "Not everyone can become a great artist, but a great artist can come from anywhere." by Anton Ego because it highlights the potential for greatness in unexpected places.
- "We all have two lives..." by Tom Hiddleston because it emphasizes the importance of seizing the present moment and making the most of our lives.
c. The underlying theme connecting these quotes is the journey of self-discovery, growth, and the importance of embracing life's lessons, challenges, and opportunities. Each quote offers insights into personal development, resilience, and the pursuit of meaning and fulfillment in life. Whether it's learning from pain, finding purpose, or seizing the present moment, they all speak to the transformative power of wisdom, courage, and self-awareness.
1. This quote from Lao Tzu suggests that true readiness for learning comes when one is open and receptive. When a student is truly ready to learn, they no longer need external guidance as they have internalized the lessons.
2. Master Shifu's quote highlights the idea that true strength comes from love and passion, not from hatred or anger towards others.
8. Tom Hiddleston's quote emphasizes the importance of seizing the present moment and making the most of life, especially after realizing the finite nature of our existence.
9. Sun Tzu's quote humorously points out the contradiction in some common beliefs, inviting reflection on societal norms and assumptions.
b. Personally, the quotes that impressed me the most are:
- "When the student is ready the teacher appears..." by Lao Tzu because it reflects the idea of readiness for learning and personal growth.
- "Not everyone can become a great artist, but a great artist can come from anywhere." by Anton Ego because it highlights the potential for greatness in unexpected places.
- "We all have two lives..." by Tom Hiddleston because it emphasizes the importance of seizing the present moment and making the most of our lives.
c. The underlying theme connecting these quotes is the journey of self-discovery, growth, and the importance of embracing life's lessons, challenges, and opportunities. Each quote offers insights into personal development, resilience, and the pursuit of meaning and fulfillment in life. Whether it's learning from pain, finding purpose, or seizing the present moment, they all speak to the transformative power of wisdom, courage, and self-awareness.