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Digital watercolor landscape representing character vs reputation through a majestic tree bathed in warm golden-hour light.

Quote #421 | Abraham Lincoln

Character vs Reputation: Abraham Lincoln’s Timeless Reminder to Nurture the Tree, Not the Shadow Character is like a tree and reputation like a shadow. The shadow is what we think of it; the tree is the real thing. Abraham Lincoln Some quotes reveal their depth immediately. Others take a while to settle in. Abraham Lincoln’s Read more…

Chanakya on why a person should not be too honest

Quote #180 | Chanakya | A person should not be too honest.

A person should not be too honest. Straight trees are cut first and honest people are screwed first. Chanakya Being honest is a desirable trait. There is no doubt about that. However, it is one virtue that must be put into practice with a hint of diplomacy.

The Rich Man and his Vessels, a folk tale from Kerala

The Rich Man and his Vessels: A Folk Tale from Kerala

A long time ago, there lived a rich man in a village in God’s Own State. His house was full of utensils of different shapes and sizes. He had every utensil one could expect to come across in an house as splendid as his. Whenever there was a ceremony in the village, the villagers would Read more…