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If love means never having to say you’re sorry, then marriage means always having to say everything twice. "
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Estelle Getty
In simple terms, this quote suggests that within a marriage, partners often find themselves repeating their thoughts and conversations, possibly due to the dynamics and complexities that arise from living together long-term. This repetition can be seen as couples needing to reiterate things they mig…
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Almost all new ideas have a certain aspect of foolishness when they are first produced. "
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Alfred North Whitehead
When new ideas first emerge, they often appear somewhat foolish or absurd due to their unfamiliarity and novelty. This statement highlights that initial skepticism towards groundbreaking concepts is common as people tend to judge based on existing knowledge and experiences. The unfamiliar nature of …
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We walked to the brink and we looked it in the face. "
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John Foster Dulles
Walking to the brink means approaching a situation that is extremely precarious or perilous, where one stands at the edge of danger. The phrase "we looked it in the face" suggests confronting this dangerous situation head-on without avoiding or disguising its severity. This quote describes standing …
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I think that’s one of the things that has always put me in kind of an odd niche. It’s that all of my understanding of orchestral music is via film, not via classical music like it’s supposed to be. To me it’s the same, it doesn’t make any difference. "
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Danny Elfman
In the statement under discussion, Danny Elfman expresses his unique perspective on how he understands orchestral music. Unlike many musicians who develop their understanding through classical compositions and traditional symphonies, Elfman’s experience with orchestral music stems from its use in fi…
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I think it’s all about the people who listen to your music, and loving playing and writing. Once you’ve got those two, and they’re your main two priorities, then radio and TV and all the other stuff that comes with it will come. But that’s not the be-all end-all. "
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Gabrielle Aplin
In her reflection on music and success, Gabrielle Aplin emphasizes that the essence of being a musician lies in connecting with listeners and cherishing the act of creating music itself. She suggests that these two fundamental aspects—engaging with your audience and enjoying the process of writing a…
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If the great Government of the United States were a private corporation no bank would take its name on a piece of paper, because it has cynically repudiated the words engraved upon its bonds. "
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Garet Garrett
The quote suggests that if the United States government were treated as a private corporation, it would be difficult to find any bank willing to lend to or invest in this entity because of its poor financial standing. This reflects on how the government's actions and policies have eroded public trus…
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Nick Fear was just a ridiculous name I’d been kicking around when thinking about writing some detective stories. "
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Nick Searcy
In this quote, Nick Searcy humorously explains how he came up with his stage name "Nick Fear." He mentions that the name was originally a playful creation he had been considering for characters in detective stories. This casual remark reveals an interesting backstory behind his professional identity…
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Not to brag, but I do think I’ve gotten pretty adept on PowerPoint… except that I can’t figure out how to use Excel! "
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Jennifer Egan
This quote touches on the common experience many professionals face when they feel proficient in one technology or software but struggle with another. The speaker, who feels confident using PowerPoint to create presentations and slideshows, expresses frustration at their inability to master Excel, a…
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I gave up the idea of having a career when I was 24. Sounds glamorous, but I’ve been doing things since then, and part of those adventures was to make films because I realised I was actually quite good at it and I enjoyed it. "
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Shekhar Kapur
In the quote under discussion, Shekhar Kapur reflects on his personal journey after deciding at age 24 that he would no longer pursue a traditional career path. Instead, he embraced a life filled with diverse experiences and adventures. One of these ventures involved making films, an endeavor he dis…
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We don’t always talk about that as a leadership quality. I think what’s really important is having empathy, understanding the experiences of how someone is going to experience what you have to say. "
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Julie Sweet
In the given quote, Julie Sweet emphasizes that effective leadership isn't solely about making decisions or giving directives; it also involves having empathy and understanding how one's words might be received by others. This means leaders need to consider the emotional impact their statements coul…