Wisdom of the day · 17 October 2026

A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds.

Until you have lost your reputation, you never realize what a burden it was or what freedom really is.

Language is the house of the truth of Being.

Like music and art, love of nature is a common language that can transcend political or social boundaries.

The strong manly ones in life are those who understand the meaning of the word patience.

Life is like music, it must be composed by ear, feeling and instinct, not by rule. Nevertheless one had better know the rules, for they sometimes guide in doubtful cases, though not often.

Love is the greatest refreshment in life.

As we advance in life we learn the limits of our abilities.

I think most of the people involved in any art always secretly wonder whether they are really there because they're good or there because they're lucky.

There is a boundary to men's passions when they act from feelings but none when they are under the influence of imagination.

And it is still true, no matter how old you are, when you go out into the world it is best to hold hands and stick together.