Quotes

Monday Musings

The mirror of the soul cannot reflect anything in the mind’s eye that isn’t truly present.

A still lake can’t show the image of a mountain, the shadow of a tree, or the outline of a cloud unless they are nearby.

Light won’t cast the shadow of something that doesn’t exist. Nothing can be seen, heard, or felt without a real essence. Everything beyond that is just noise.

When standing against evil, being bold isn’t excess—it’s necessary. Those who soften their truth share only a fraction of it, hiding the rest out of fear of public backlash. I wouldn’t be surprised if people labeled me as “someone who focuses too much on the darker side of life, bringing nothing but complaints and negativity.”

But here’s the thing, my friend: in the house of ignorance, there’s no mirror to reflect the soul.

Life, my teacher, may feel like darkness, but it always ends in the brilliance of daylight. Always.

Success is a journey, not a destination.

The Anger Management Story:

Once upon a time, there was a boy with a very bad temper.

One day, his father handed him a bag of nails and said, “Every time you lose your temper, you must hammer a nail into this fence.”

On the first day, the boy hammered 37 nails into the fence.

As the days went on, the boy began to control his temper, and the number of nails he hammered into the fence gradually decreased.

He soon realized that it was easier to control his temper than to hammer nails into the fence.

Finally, the day came when the boy did not lose his temper at all. He proudly told his father, and his father suggested that the boy now remove one nail from the fence each day that he kept his temper in check.

The days went by, and eventually, the boy was able to tell his father that all the nails were gone. The father took the boy by the hand and led him to the fence.

“You did well, my son,” the father said, “but look at the holes in the fence. The fence will never be the same. When you say things in anger, they leave a scar just like this. You can put a knife in a man and pull it out. No matter how many times you say you’re sorry, the wound is still there.”

One day, or day one: you decide!

Not every morning starts off calm and peaceful, but you have the power to make each day beautiful and productive through your hard work and gratitude for another day.

May God bless you every morning as you wake up! May the impossible become possible for you. May you find the strength to keep moving forward and achieve everything you’re working toward. Wishing everyone a wonderful day ahead!

The most important thing in life is holding people like you close to our hearts.

I hope your day is as special as you are, filled with all the love and kindness you deserve, today and always!

On your special day, I just want to say how much you mean to me.

Your courage and kindness truly shine, making you the incredible person you are.

I’m so lucky to call you my friend, and it’s an honor to celebrate this moment with you.

Happy Birthday! May your day be filled with love, joy, and all the dreams you’ve been wishing for.

“Criticize your friend in private and praise them in public.”

Hey! I just wanted to take a moment to tell you how much I appreciate having you in my life. Your kindness, laughter, and support mean so much to me. I hope you know that I’m always here for you too. Let’s plan something soon, I miss our good times together!

“I’m just grateful to have you by my side, for the stolen kisses, and for the love we share.”

Believe in people… The ones who have something extra… The ones you sometimes mistake for angels or something more divine…

I’m talking about those who come into your life and fill your world with small joys and big acts of kindness… The ones who look you in the eye when they need to be real, giving compliments, apologizing with the honesty of a child…

Strong people… Genuine, transparent, loyal, and innocent… The ones who, with a smile, a kiss, a hug, or a kind word, make you happy…

The ones who make mistakes and get things right… Who aren’t afraid to admit “I don’t know”… The dreamers… The friends… The ones who leave their mark, their memories, and a sense of longing… The ones who make a real difference… The ones who live life with a big, full love.

“As you climb the ladder of success, make sure to check occasionally that it’s leaning against the right wall!”

Our journey of growth becomes much more enjoyable when we read content that encourages us to reflect on the everyday aspects of life.

These small daily reflections help us realize things we often overlook or take for granted. They show us how we do certain things on autopilot, without even thinking about it.

This process unfolds gradually, as our awareness evolves and expands.

Isn’t hope, in itself, a sign of some deeper purpose in life, something that makes the fight worthwhile?

Start Over

When life knocks you down
and your heart feels bruised,
when the weight of the world
leaves you worn and confused…
It’s time to start over.
Start to FIGHT again.

When darkness surrounds
and there’s no light ahead,
when doubts cloud your mind
and fill you with dread…
It’s time to start over.
Start to BELIEVE again.

When the path feels endless
and your strength is gone,
when you can’t find your way
and feel like you don’t belong…
It’s time to start over.
Start to WALK again.

When kindness fades
and love feels out of reach,
when your heart is empty
and you long for relief…
It’s time to start over.
Start to LOVE again.

When you stumble and fall
and there’s no hand to hold,
when life’s weight pulls you down
and leaves you in the cold…
It’s time to start over.
Start to RISE again.

When hope seems distant,
and despair feels near,
when reality is hard to bear
and everything’s unclear…
It’s time to start over.
Start to DREAM again.

Remember…

Every ending brings a chance
to start something new;
we fall sometimes
just to gain a clearer view.
And stepping back
doesn’t mean defeat.

Reach out to someone,
rebuild lost ties,
bring people close
and lift others high.
Give comfort to the hurting,
find wisdom in pain.

Start over, rebuild yourself,
remember what’s good,
renew your dreams,
reclaim what you could.
Learn from your missteps,
find rhythm in the dance,
and if life sets you back,
hold onto hope—
and START AGAIN.

Braulio Bessa.

Good Morning! May the Blessings of Divine Grace Be Upon your Life!

Let’s be grateful for God’s endless love, which helps heal even our deepest pains. When we seek Him, we find the peace and love we’ve always been searching for: God truly is the answer to it all! Have a Blessed Day!

May God Bless You today and always! May all your wishes come true, and may your days be filled with peace, love, and joy. Happy birthday!

I’ll be honest… I searched high and low for the perfect message, quote, or poem to make today extra special for you. But nothing I found could come close to capturing how incredible you are. No words can really describe all your unique qualities.

What really inspired me to write this was the admiration and appreciation I have for the person you are. Today and always, I wish you happiness, peace, health, and endless success!

“Laughter is not at all a bad beginning for a friendship, and it is by far the best ending for one”. Oscar Wilde.

There’s nothing better in life than truly living, enjoying every moment, and embracing the joy of it all. Life goes by fast, and we won’t take anything with us except our experiences and friendships.

“I wonder if he knows he’s the only thing I think about at night.” Taylor Swift.

Love can reveal a lot about who we really are, including things we might not even realize yet.

When we’re in love, our tastes, values, ways of thinking, and reactions show us a lot about our true selves.

It’s worth pausing to notice how we act when we’re in love and comparing it to how we were before.

“With our thoughts, we make the world.” Buddha.

“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” Martin Luther King.

“Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.” Buddha.

“If you’re going to try, go all the way. Otherwise, don’t even start.

This could mean losing girlfriends, wives, relatives and maybe even your mind. It could mean not eating for three or four days. It could mean freezing on a park bench. It could mean jail. It could mean derision. It could mean mockery- isolation. Isolation is the gift.

All the others are a test of your endurance, of how much you really want to do it. And, you’ll do it, despite rejection and the worst odds. And it will be better than anything else you can imagine.

If you’re going to try, go all the way. There is no other feeling like that. You will be alone with the gods, and the nights will flame with fire. You will ride life straight to perfect laughter. It’s the only good fight there is.” Charles Bukowski.

Good morning to those who woke up wanting to stay in bed!

We all hate making mistakes, even though they’re often part of life.

However, if you can view each mistake as an opportunity to learn and grow, it will change how you feel about them.

Embrace your errors and keep moving forward toward success on this wonderful day!

It’s your special day, so let’s celebrate! Cake—check. Candles—check. Drinks—check. Gifts—check. The coolest birthday star—check!

Happy birthday to someone who’s fabulous, fun, kind, and inspiring.

May your birthday be full of joy, laughter, love, and all the blessings you deserve.

“I dream of a love that consists of two people pursuing a higher truth together.

Maybe I should not call it love; perhaps its true name is friendship.” Friedrich Nietzsche

“True love is born from understanding.” Buddha.

“Love is not love
Which alters when it alteration finds,
Or bends with the remover to remove:
O no! it is an ever-fixed mark
That looks on tempests and is never shaken.”

– Sonnet 116. William Shakespeare. 1609.

“Some people feel the rain. Others just get wet.” Bob Marley.

“Who are you to judge the life I live?
I know I’m not perfect
-and I don’t live to be–
but before you start pointing fingers…
make sure you hands are clean!”
― Bob Marley

“Just be yourself, there’s no one better.” Taylor Swift.

“People judge you on your performance, so focus on the outcome. Be a yardstick of quality. Some people aren’t used to an environment where excellence is expected.” Steve Jobs.

One day, you’ll wake up and realize there’s no more time left for the things you’ve always dreamed of doing. So, start today! Have a great day!

Each new sunrise brings a fresh day filled with chances to pursue our dreams and find happiness.

This is the beauty of every morning! Embrace the path life has laid out for you today.

Wishing you a wonderful day!

Happy Birthday to My Best Friend! My wild, fun, and fabulous bestie! Love you so much!

On a serious note, it’s amazing how much time has passed, and we’re still building this incredible friendship. Thank you for being such a caring friend: always there, always listening, even when I’m having a tough time.

Today’s your day! Let’s celebrate this special moment and make it unforgettable. Here’s to you reaching every goal you set and to being the wonderful person you are!

People come and go throughout our lives, but the true test of friendship is whether you can seamlessly reconnect and pick up right where you left off the last time you were together.

“Be courteous to all but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence. True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity before it is entitled to the appellation.” George Washington.

“Love is the phenomenon of the highest transcendence. It is the closest thing to meditation, and when love is there, lovers become a single soul within two bodies” Osho.

Sometimes I wonder how’s it gonna feel
Will my first love be true and real
Will I be ready when my heart starts to fall
What will I do when my love comes to call

Taylor Swift – I Am Ready for Love.

Our bodies ar our gardens, to which our wills are gardeners. William Shakespeare.

Never Let Past Failures Hold You Back

As a man walked past a group of elephants, he suddenly stopped, confused by the sight of these massive creatures being held in place by nothing more than a small rope tied to their front legs. There were no chains or cages.

It was obvious that the elephants could break free at any moment, yet they didn’t.

Curious, he asked a trainer nearby why the elephants weren’t trying to escape.

“Well,” the trainer explained, “when they’re very young and much smaller, we use the same size rope to tie them. At that age, it’s enough to hold them. As they grow, they become conditioned to believe they can’t break free. They think the rope still holds them back, so they never try to escape.”

The man pondered this.

These elephants could easily free themselves at any time, but because they believed they couldn’t, they remained stuck exactly where they were.

“True fulfillment comes from pursuing your goals with determination, embracing life with passion, accepting defeat with grace, and celebrating victories with courage.

After all, the world belongs to those who take risks, and life is too valuable to be lived insignificantly.” — Augusto Branco.