Other very inspiring philosophical phrases
8. “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.Ralph Waldo Emerson
Our inner world has a greater impact on our life than external events. We must focus on develop aspects such as self-confidence, wisdom and emotional strengthnecessary resources to face any situation that life throws at us.
9. “Happiness is the meaning and purpose of life, the goal and end of human existence«Aristotle
For Aristotle, happiness does not consist in wealth or momentary pleasures, but in a virtuous and balanced life in which the person develops his characterexercise reason and fulfill your true nature.
10. “Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don’t resist them, that only creates pain. Let reality be reality«Lao Tzu
Accept change and adapt to itfollowing the flow of life and without resisting the inevitable transformations that it brings with it, will bring us more harmony and less suffering. This is one of the key ideas of Lao Tzu’s philosophy and a recurring principle in his great book of changes, the Tao Te Ching.
11.»Happiness is like a butterfly: the more you chase it, the more it will elude you, but if you focus your attention on other things, it will come and rest gently on your shoulder.«.Henry David Thoreau
Thoreau uses the butterfly metaphor to suggest that happiness often comes indirectly when we do not actively pursue it.
12.»A man can be himself as long as he is alone; If you do not love solitude, you will not love freedom; because only when you are alone are you truly free«Arthur Schopenhauer
The loneliness as a necessity It is one of the recurring themes in the reflections of Arthur Schopenhauer, known as the philosopher of pessimism. For him, solitude is essential to experience complete independence and deep connection with oneselfas well as for self-realization.
13. “It is not what we have, but what we enjoy that constitutes our abundanceEpicurus
Happiness and fulfillment come from appreciate and enjoy the simple pleasures of lifesuch as relationships with others, experiences and small moments of satisfaction.
14.»Life can only be understood by looking back, but it must be lived forward.«. Søren Kierkegaard
A reminder that understanding comes from hindsight, but life requires action and staying in the present.
15.»Life is a shipwreck, but we must not forget to sing in the lifeboats.«Voltaire
Life can be plagued with difficulties and setbacks, but to overcome them it is essential to focus on positivity.
16. “The good life is one inspired by love and guided by knowledge.” Bertrand Russell
A full and meaningful life is based on harmonious combination of heart and mind.
17.»The secret of happiness is freedom; the secret of freedom is courage«Thucydides
He courage It is key to unlocking freedom, and freedom is key to experiencing true happiness.
18.»The secret of happiness is not in seeking more, but in developing the ability to enjoy less«. Socrates
True happiness often lies in simplicity and the ability to appreciate what we have instead of constantly searching for more.
19.»Happiness is not something that comes ready-made. It comes from your own actions«. Dalai Lama
Achieving happiness is a dynamic process that arises through way we choose to live and interact with the world.
20. “Sapere aude [atrévete a saber]. Have the courage to use your own understanding!Immanuel Kant
This phrase, with which Kant summarized the motto of the illustration, encourages us to think independently and to take responsibility for our intellectual growth.