William Shakespeare wasn’t the only one writing interesting things in the Elizabethan Era, back when codpieces and lace decoration were all the rage for grown men. Poet and clergyman George Herbert, while not as flowery as Shakespeare, also had some poetic things to say, especially this mighty metaphor.
Being a storyteller and not just a basic sage, Shakespeare had some amusing / ironic context around this quote, including a “windy preface”, as part of the play Hamlet.
I love this quote from author Ann Patchett, a reminder that as we move forward in life, we should pursue useful opportunities that actually present themselves rather than always stay doggedly on the same pre-established track.
Never be so focused on what you’re looking for that you overlook the thing you actually find.
This idea compliments the idea that fortune favors people who know what they want. Sure, sail after what you want 🛶, but if you see a beautiful island on your voyage, explore that too. 🏝️
This situation has happened to me most recently with singing, and I am grateful for it. 🙏
I like the idea that gratitude is not just a good idea but is also useful.
Yes, we should pause today, on Thanksgiving, (and heck, every day) to be grateful for the good things in our life. But even more than that, we should make something of it – make it useful.
Use your gratitude to show some love, some kindness, some appreciation to someone, to make the best of your situations and bring the best out of the people you know.
I don’t know much about the Mormon Church, but this dude seems bright and extremely accomplished across many areas, as well as being noted as a talented writer and speaker.
I’m going to file Mr. Maxwell away along with Timothy Leary as someone I wouldn’t naturally be drawn to but who seems to have some good ideas.
Mental Break Town 