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Shibumi

by Trevanian

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Sep 16, 2026 02:14PM

“The less talent they have, the more pride, vanity and arrogance they have. All these fools, however, find other fools who applaud them.”
― Erasmus, Desideri Erasmi Roterodami Convivia E Conloquiis Familiaribus Selecta

tags: arrogance, pride, vanity

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“And that is what rulers are afraid of: that a people will discover the sheer joy of being together, that they will rediscover their shared humanity through their power in numbers, and they will experience in their embracing of a cause the pleasure of solidarity and of acting in their common interest.”
― Frédéric Gros, A Philosophy of Walking

tags: march, protest, rebellion

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“Thus, instead of stretching their hands skyward to implore the mercy of celestial divinities, American Indians preferred to walk barefoot on the Earth[.]”
― Frédéric Gros, A Philosophy of Walking

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“In other words, a playful mindset into adulthood protects our bodies and minds in a myriad of ways and gives us more positive outlook regarding our lives.”
― Gad Saad, The Saad Truth about Happiness: 8 Secrets for Leading the Good Life

tags: happiness, job, life, modern-life, play, playful, problems

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“Any moment might be our last. Everything is more beautiful because we're doomed. You will never be lovelier than you are now. We will never be here again”
― Homer, The Iliad

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