In 1919, a Harvard graduate secretly became a spy in Germany. He warned the world about Hitler and Holocaust, 20 years before World War IIWinthrop Pickard Bell, a Harvard-trained philosopher and secret British intelligence agent, warned about the growing Nazi threat years befo...
24 Aug, 2026, 06.49 PM IST
Actor R Madhavan agrees to Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s happiness philosophy. ‘A person is not happy because everything is right in his life. He is happy because…’Actor R Madhavan took to social media to share wisdom from Google CEO Sundar Pichai regarding the concept of happiness. According to Pichai...
24 Aug, 2026, 05.31 PM IST
Quote of the day by Friedrich Nietzsche: ‘The most intelligent men, find their happiness where others would find only disaster; their delight is…’ German philosopher’s powerful life lesson on finding joy where others see failureFriedrich Nietzsche’s widely attributed quote suggests that intelligent and strong people may find happiness where others see disaster, bec...
24 Aug, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
Best Motivational Quote by Plato: 'Better a little which is well done, than a…’ - Why quality beats quantity in modern life; Greek philosopher’s secret to true successModern society often rewards busyness and multitasking, leading to exhaustion. Plato's ancient wisdom emphasizes quality over quantity in a...
24 Aug, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
Quote of the day by Albert Camus: 'There is no sun without shadow, and it is essential to know...' - French-Algerian philosopher's timeless life lesson on resilience, hope and why understanding life’s darker moments can help us appreciate its brighter onesAlbert Camus, a renowned French-Algerian author, delved into the complexities of existence and the quest for meaning amidst chaos. His phil...
23 Aug, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
Peter Thiel's 7 timeless rules for spotting winning businesses: Here is what investors must knowBillionaire investor Peter Thiel advocates backing truly unique businesses rather than merely better versions of existing firms. Drawing fr...
23 Aug, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Confucius: “Attack the evil that is within yourself, rather than attacking the evil that is in others” — a timeless lesson on the importance of looking inward, correcting your own flaws, and practising self-reflection before judging or criticising othersConfucius stressed examining personal faults before judging others. This ancient wisdom remains relevant in today's fast-paced digital worl...
23 Aug, 2026, 01.16 AM IST
Quote of the day by Khalil Gibran: 'Keep me away from the wisdom which...' Life lessons from inspiring quote on emotional depth, joy, wisdom, compassion, intellect, arrogance and humilityQuote of the day by Khalil Gibran asks readers to think about wisdom, philosophy and greatness through compassion, joy and humility. His wo...
22 Aug, 2026, 11.27 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Henry David Thoreau: ‘If one advances confidently in the direction of his dreams, and endeavors to live the life which he has imagined, he will meet with a success unexpected in common hours’Quote of the Day by Henry David Thoreau: Taking the first step toward desired goals builds momentum and opens new possibilities. Living a l...
22 Aug, 2026, 02.16 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Marcus Aurelius: “You have power over your mind, not outside events. Realise this, and you will find strength” A timeless lesson on building resilience by accepting what we cannot control, mastering our reactions, and directing our energy towards the choices and actions that can truly make a differenceQuote of the Day by Marcus Aurelius: Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius's private writings offer timeless wisdom on inner peace. His philosophy ...
22 Aug, 2026, 01.21 AM IST
Quote of the day by Tom Gayner: "I’ve always said you might as well assume the world is going to work, because if it doesn’t, it doesn’t really matter what your investment portfolio looks like"Tom Gayner’s investment philosophy encourages investors to remain constructive about the long term. Despite volatility, geopolitical risks ...
21 Aug, 2026, 05.32 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Jerry Garcia: ‘Live life expecting the worst, hoping for the best, and…’ - Why a balanced mindset can help you navigate uncertaintyJerry Garcia's poignant quote encapsulates a well-rounded strategy for confronting life’s trials. It advocates a proactive stance towards c...
21 Aug, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Quote of the day by author Brad Blanton: ‘Most of us would rather kill ourselves than be, particularly if…’ – American psychotherapist on identity, truth and becoming someone newQuote of the day: Brad Blanton's radical honesty philosophy explores the conflict between our presented selves and inner experiences. He be...
21 Aug, 2026, 09.52 AM IST
Quote of the day by Seneca: 'People waste their life preparing for a future that was never promised...' - Stoic philosopher’s life lesson on why we should not waste the present waiting for tomorrowQuote of the day by Seneca "People waste their life preparing for a future that was never promised, while the only life they truly own pass...
21 Aug, 2026, 02.16 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Gaozi: “Give it a breach to the east, and it will flow to the east” — the ancient Chinese philosopher’s powerful life lesson on human nature, morality, environment, character and free will, and why the direction of our lives may depend less on what we are born with than on how we are shaped by society and experienceQuote of the Day by Gaozi: “Give it a breach to the east, and it will flow to the east” captures his controversial view that human nature i...
18 Aug, 2026, 04.15 PM IST
Happiness Habit of the day by Stoic philosopher Marcus Aurelius: 'The happiness of those who want to be popular depends on others; but for the wise it grows out of...' What the Roman emperor teaches about seeking validationMarcus Aurelius argued that happiness built on popularity depends on other people, while pleasure is vulnerable to changing circumstances. ...
18 Aug, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Thales of Miletus: ‘Hope is the only good that is common to all men; those who…’ – Ancient Greek philosopher on hope, hardship and human resilience
Ancient Greek philosopher Thales of Miletus viewed hope as a universal possession. He believed hope remained even when individuals had noth...
18 Aug, 2026, 02.21 PM IST