Wisdom

I used to tell myself, ‘maybe they’re going through something,’ to justify the way people treated me. But then I realized—I was going through a lot too, and I still never treated anyone that way.

— Alpha Mindset

He who laughs at himself never runs out of things to laugh at.

— Epictetus

Most people are not seeking truth—they are searching for comfort in illusions.

— Friedrich Nietzsche

Everybody says they’re grown and mature until it’s time to apologize or communicate.

— Rhea Ripley

The problem with the world is that intelligent people are full of doubts, while the stupid ones are full of confidence.

— Charles Bukowski

I’m proud of myself for not being fake. I’m difficult sometimes and have a few screws loose but. I’m 100% me.

— Peaky Blinders

I don’t hold grudges. I hold you accountable and change how I deal with you.

— Alpha Mindset

Assume the worst. About everybody. But don't let this poisoned outlook affect your job performance. Let it all roll off your back. Ignore it. Be amused by what you see and suspect. Just because someone you work with is a miserable, treacherous, self-serving, capricious and corrupt ass*h*le shouldn't prevent you from enjoying their company, working with them or finding them entertaining.

— Anthony Bourdain

Loss is part of life. If you don’t have loss, you don’t grow. This is life.

— Dominick Cruz

Luther held a cynical view of humans that was known for his temper, especially going after corrupt people.

— Martin Luther

Hate is the only feeling that makes sense. It’s hard not to hate. But I know what hate does to a man. It tears him apart, turns him into somebody he’s not.

— Jax Teller

We are all fucked up. Stop judging yourself against other fucked up people who have hidden it better than you. They have masked their shit better than you have, and they are flipping it back on you and saying you are fucked up. Life is one big head game. And once you learn how to play the head game, it’s no longer a game anymore at all. You can start living your life.

— David Goggins