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Quote of the day by Robert Frost: 'The best way out is...' Life lessons from motivational quote on avoidance, hardship, grim endurance, action, patience, courage, inner strength and true growth- Quote of the day by F. Scott Fitzgerald: ‘That is part of the beauty of all literature. You discover that your longings are…’ – ‘The Great Gatsby’ author on loneliness, belonging and the transformative power of books
- Quote of the day by American poet Mary Oliver: ‘You must not ever stop being whimsical. And you must not…’ – Pulitzer-winning poet on wonder, independence and taking charge of your life
- Quote of the day by Henry Miller: 'Destiny is what you are supposed to do in life. Fate is what kicks you in the ass to make...' - American novelist’s powerful wisdom on finding your purpose, facing adversity and understanding life’s unexpected turnsQuote of the day by Henry Miller: Renowned for his audacious lifestyle and innovative storytelling, American author Henry Miller profoundly...23 Aug, 2026, 12.51 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Virginia Woolf: ‘I can only note that the past is beautiful because one never realises…’ – ‘Mrs Dalloway’ author on memory, time and the emotions we understand too lateQuote of the day: Virginia Woolf, a prominent 20th-century writer, explored memory's impact on emotion. Her works examined how past experie...23 Aug, 2026, 12.35 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by author of ‘Infinite Jest’ David Foster Wallace: ‘If you worship money and things, if they are where you tap real meaning in life, then…’ - Why chasing money, beauty, power and success can leave you feeling like you never have enoughDavid Foster Wallace cautioned against idolizing limited aspirations such as wealth or intelligence, arguing that these pursuits can yield ...22 Aug, 2026, 10.23 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Maya Angelou: “You can only become truly accomplished at something you love. Don’t make money your goal” — a lesson on choosing passion over money, pursuing what truly matters to you, and dedicating yourself to it so deeply that excellence becomes its own reward.Quote of the day by Maya Angelou: Maya Angelou, a celebrated poet and activist, overcame childhood trauma to become an influential voice. H...21 Aug, 2026, 01.21 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Haruki Murakami: ‘Life is not like water. Things in life don’t necessarily flow over the shortest possible route.’ Bittersweet life lesson from Japanese author teaches us that life is unpredictable and we will experience setbacksLife will always, despite all best-laid plans, defy us. At every stage of life, there will be unexpected losses, setbacks and disappointmen...20 Aug, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Fernando Pessoa: 'We worship perfection because we can't have it; if we had it, we would... Perfection is inhuman, because humanity is...' - Legendary Portuguese poet's timeless wisdom on the human desire for perfection and the beauty of our flawsQuote of the day by Fernando Pessoa: Fernando Pessoa was a groundbreaking Portuguese writer who delved deeply into the concept of identity ...20 Aug, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Albert Camus: ‘We always deceive ourselves twice about the people we love. First to their advantage, then...’ — French philosopher on how we romanticize our partners instead of seeing who they really areAlbert Camus quote of the day: Albert Camus’ quote suggests that the affection we feel for our partners can sometimes be based on an ideali...18 Aug, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
- Happiness Habit of the day by Maxim Gorky: ‘Happiness always looks small while you hold it in your hands, but let it go, and you learn at once how…’: Russian-Soviet writer teaches why we realise the value of happiness only after losing itMaxim Gorky’s widely attributed quote highlights how easily people take happiness for granted when it is part of everyday life.“Happiness a...18 Aug, 2026, 04.02 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Haruki Murakami: ‘What lasts, lasts; what doesn't, doesn't. Time solves most things. And what time can't solve…’ - A timeless life lesson on letting go of what you can’t control by the award-winning Japanese writerHaruki Murakami quote of the day: Haruki Murakami’s quote underscores the importance of yielding to life’s natural rhythm and letting go of...18 Aug, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Mahmoud Darwish: 'The importance of poetry is not measured, finally, by what the poet says but...' - Palestinian poet’s timeless lesson on the power of words, expression and meaning, and why great writing goes beyond the message and lives in the way the words reach usRenowned for his profound exploration of exile and identity, Mahmoud Darwish was a pivotal Palestinian poet. His masterful use of language ...17 Aug, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Langston Hughes: ‘I have discovered in life that there are ways of getting almost…’ – American poet on dreams, determination and finding a way forwardLangston Hughes became a defining voice of the Harlem Renaissance in New York. He wrote poetry, fiction, and essays about everyday Black li...17 Aug, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
- Quote of the Day by Joseph Brodsky: ‘The moment that you place blame somewhere, you undermine your resolve to…’ - Russian-American poet explains how blame game steals your power to change and transformBlame hinders personal growth and problem-solving efforts in daily life. Joseph Brodsky's words highlight how blame weakens our ability to ...17 Aug, 2026, 09.02 AM IST
- Quote of the Day by Anna Akhmatova: ‘Dostoyevsky knew a lot but not everything. He, for instance, thought that if you kill a human you'll turn into…’Quote of the Day by Anna Akhmatova questioned Fyodor Dostoevsky's view on guilt after violence. She observed people committing acts and the...16 Aug, 2026, 07.40 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Alexander Pushkin: ‘People are so like their first mother Eve: what they are given doesn't…’ – Russian poet on human desire, temptation and why we want what we cannot haveAlexander Pushkin, a foundational figure in Russian literature, explored human desire. His novel 'Eugene Onegin' highlights the allure of f...15 Aug, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Ivan Bunin, the first Russian to receive the Nobel Prize for literature: ‘Words are one thing, deeds are quite another’Quote of the Day by Ivan Bunin highlights the gap between spoken promises and actual deeds. Actions demand more effort and demonstrate genu...15 Aug, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Thomas Campbell: ‘To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die’ - Scottish poet’s powerful words about love, loss and the people we leave behindThomas Campbell's quote is on living on through memories and influence. His words suggest that a person's presence continues after their ph...15 Aug, 2026, 08.08 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Edgar Allan Poe: 'There is something in the unselfish and self-sacrificing love of a...' - motivational quote by The Fall of the House of Usher author teaches life lessons on unconditional love, pain of broken trust and why animal loyalty can mean more than human friendshipQuote of the day by Edgar Allan Poe: Edgar Allan Poe's quote highlights animal devotion's power. He contrasted this with the unreliable fri...14 Aug, 2026, 08.10 PM IST
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