Daily Quote

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August 4, 2020: Indira Gandhi, Indian Prime Minister Aug 04, 2020

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Today’s quote comes from a 1982 interview with India’s first—and only—female Prime Minister. It’s a short reminder of the power of a simple gesture.

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August 3, 2020: Salvador Dalí, Artist Aug 03, 2020

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At first read, today’s quote seems almost defeatist, like an Eeyorish motto taking a gloomy outlook on ambition. But far from thwarting potential, these words can help unleash it.

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August 2, 2020: George Washington, U.S. President Aug 02, 2020

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Today’s quote was made famous by George Washington, the first President of the United States.

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August 1, 2020: David Brinkley, Newscaster Aug 01, 2020

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Today’s quote is from American newscaster David Brinkley, who used a striking metaphor to illustrate what can happen when adversity threatens to overwhelm.

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July 31, 2020: Dinos Christianopoulos, Poet Jul 31, 2020

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Today’s quote comes from contemporary Greek poet Dinos Christianopoulos. Written in 1978, his words signal a radical hope in the face of injustice.

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July 30, 2020: Sojourner Truth, Abolitionist Jul 30, 2020

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Today’s quote is from the American abolitionist and women’s rights activist, Sojourner Truth. Her words speak to age-old belief of mind over matter.

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July 29, 2020: Michelle Obama, Former First Lady of the United States Jul 29, 2020

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Today’s quote comes from Michelle Obama’s 2011 speech to the Young African Women Leaders Forum. Her words are stirring, and a balm to anyone feeling defeated or small. For more quotable Michelle Obama, her brand new podcast is out today. Listen for free at spoti.fi/TMOPonSpotify2

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July 28, 2020: Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Poet Jul 28, 2020

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Today’s quote is from the English poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge, one of the founders of a literary movement that exalted emotion and free expression.

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July 27, 2020: John Wooden, Basketball Coach Jul 27, 2020

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Today’s quote is from renowned UCLA basketball coach John Wooden, whose career yielded valuable insights into how we can best orient ourselves around things like talent and fame.

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July 26, 2020: Harriet Braiker, Psychologist Jul 26, 2020

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Today’s quote is from clinical psychologist and self-help author, Harriet Braiker. It contains cautionary advice against working toward something unattainable.

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