Some people reject quotations as inadequate or insufficient
because they don’t contain anything but a seed of truth and/or wisdom. That is true
due to the fact that a quote is but one or two sentences and therefore can’t contain
anything but a seed of wisdom. Isn’t a seed of wisdom and truth often enough? I am reminded of the old adage, “From a tiny
seed a might oak does grow.” But if that brief gem of wisdom prompts further
thought or reflection isn’t that worth something especially in an age where a
lot of people never take time to indulge in the pleasure of thinking or
analysis?
I believe that quotations, when they strike a chord with the
reader, can affirm or challenge their position or beliefs and result in further
reflection. When they evoke the response, “Isn’t that the truth?” or, “I never
thought of that before!” or,” That was funny.” they have great value.
There are two classifications of quotations, funny and
serious. I love both but have a preference for the funny ones. They don’t have
to be rolling in the aisle funny but they have to be at least amusing to you
the reader.
Here are 10 of my
favourites from my vast collection. Hope you enjoy their WIT (WISDOM, INSIGHT, and
TRUTH)
1. You wouldn't worry what people thought about you if you only
knew how seldom they did.
2. To expect life to treat you fairly because you're a good
person is like expecting a bull not to charge you because you're a vegetarian.
3. Worry is like a rocking chair; it will give you something
to do, but won't get you anywhere.
4. Pain and suffering are a lot like gas....they too shall
pass.
5. Always borrow money from a pessimist. They don't expect
to be paid back.
6. Anyone who says that swimming is good for the figure has
never taken a real good look at a whale.
7. A bore is always "ME" deep in conversation.
8. Some people think their lives are full, when really
they're just cluttered.
9. If at first you don't succeed, try not to be amazed.
10. A leader without a sense of humour is like a grass
cutter at a cemetery. You have a lot of people under you paying absolutely no
attention.
George Bernard Shaw once said that if you find something
funny search it for hidden truth. Here are few pearls of wisdom packaged in
humour. Enjoy.
Live Better....Laugh
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Mike Moore is an Canadian speaker and writer on humor and
stress management and humor in the workplace.
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