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THIRD THINKER



Quote 40: Those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music
To the conforming crowd, these individuals seem irrational, even insane, because their actions don't align with the accepted script. Nietzsche said it (or something very like it) to highlight the gulf between true innovators and the stagnant masses, and the inevitable misunderstanding the visionary faces.

Dr. ARUN V J
Jul 8, 20255 min read


Quote 27: “With great power comes great responsibility.” – Voltaire (popularized by Spider-Man)
We’ve all heard it—probably from Spider-Man. But here’s a fun fact: Voltaire said it first.
Be the leader your colleagues want to follow.
Be the mentor your juniors look up to.
Be the voice that inspires positive action, even when you're not in the room.
Be humble enough to know your power is a tool, not an identity.

Dr. ARUN V J
Jun 4, 20254 min read


Quote 26: “If I am worth anything later, I am worth something now. For wheat is wheat, even if people think it is grass in the beginning.” - Vincent van Gogh
Van Gogh’s wheat metaphor isn’t just about patience—it’s about defiance.
Defy the voices that say you must “prove” yourself.
Defy the culture that confuses worth with wealth.
Defy the fear that you’re not “enough.”

Dr. ARUN V J
May 19, 20253 min read


Quote 25: "The wise man learns from the mistakes of others." - Otto von Bismarck
Bismarck’s quote reminds us: The smartest people don’t just learn from their own scars—they learn from the scars of others.
In a world overflowing with information, ignorance is a choice. The lessons are all around us—in history books, in broken businesses, in the regrets of those who came before us.

Dr. ARUN V J
May 9, 20254 min read


Quote 24: “Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.” – Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln’s quote remains timeless because power is an eternal test—not just for the powerful, but for all of us. Adversity shapes us, but power defines us. Whether in leadership, business, or personal life, how we handle authority reveals our deepest values. The real challenge isn’t gaining power—it’s keeping our humanity intact while holding it.

Dr. ARUN V J
May 2, 20253 min read


Quote 22: "It’s not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives. It’s what we do consistently." – Tony Robbins
One workout won’t make you fit.
One day of work won’t make you successful.
One act of kindness won’t define your character.
But if you show up every day, if you refuse to quit, if you commit to the process—you will inevitably succeed.

Dr. ARUN V J
Apr 14, 20254 min read


Quote 21: Fail with Honor Rather Than Succeed by Fraud: The Timeless Wisdom of Sophocles
Sophocles’ words are a call to live with courage. In a world obsessed with winning, the real victory is staying true to yourself.

Dr. ARUN V J
Apr 10, 20254 min read


Quote 20: "If you learn from defeat, you haven’t really lost" — Zig Ziglar on failure & success
Life is fleeting. One day, you won’t look back and think, "I’m glad I played it safe." You’ll wonder:
What if I had taken that chance?
If..?

Dr. ARUN V J
Apr 5, 20253 min read


Quote 19: "You Must Have Chaos Within You to Give Birth to a Dancing Star" – Nietzsche’s Philosophy of Chaos, Order, and Human Transformation
Life is not about choosing between chaos and order—it’s about mastering both. A star cannot form without cosmic turbulence.

Dr. ARUN V J
Mar 31, 20254 min read


Quote 18: Beware of the man who works hard to learn something, learns it, and finds himself no wiser than before." — Kurt Vonnegut
Kurt Vonnegut’s quote isn’t a dismissal of knowledge—it’s a call to anchor it in wisdom. In a world where “brain rot” threatens to reduce us

Dr. ARUN V J
Mar 20, 20253 min read


Quote 17: "The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." — Alvin Toffler
The ability to learn, unlearn, and relearn is no longer optional—it’s essential. As we navigate the complexities of the 21st century, let us

Dr. ARUN V J
Mar 13, 20255 min read


Quote 15: "One repays a teacher badly if one always remains nothing but a pupil." — Friedrich Nietzsche
Nietzsche’s words are a reminder that learning is only the beginning. A student who never surpasses the teacher does a disservice not only..

Dr. ARUN V J
Mar 1, 20254 min read


Quote 14: It is folly for a man to pray to the gods for that which he has the power to obtain by himself
Epicurus' wisdom reminds us that action, not hope, is the key to progress. You cannot expect career growth, a better work-life balance....

Dr. ARUN V J
Feb 19, 20254 min read


Quote 13: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants to See Farther: The Power of Collaboration, Mentorship, and Collective Growth
As we stand on the shoulders of giants, let us also strive to be giants for those who will come after us. Together, we can see further, achi

Dr. ARUN V J
Feb 7, 20257 min read


Quote 12: Finding Sanity in Small Things: A Philosophical Exploration of Haruki Murakami’s Wisdom
Haruki Murakami’s words are a gentle yet powerful reminder that we don’t have to do big things to make a difference. Sometimes, the most pro

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Feb 5, 20255 min read


Quote 11: No Man Was Ever Wise by Chance: The Path to Wisdom
The challenge in the modern world is not acquiring knowledge but transforming it into wisdom.

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Jan 31, 20255 min read


Quote 10: Philosophy of the Grey Jedi
The philosophy of the Grey Jedi is a call to embrace balance and authenticity. Do not be blinded by the extremes of Light or Dark.

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Jan 23, 20255 min read


Quote 9:"To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift." – Steve Prefontaine
our gift isn’t always something you’re born with or instantly discover. It’s something you uncover through effort, persistence, and explorat

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Jan 18, 20254 min read


Quote 9: The Generation Waiting to Be Told what to do: A Philosophical Exploration
Being a generation that thinks requires courage. It means standing apart, risking ridicule, and persevering in the face of adversity.

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Jan 13, 20254 min read


Quote 8: “It is not enough to do your best, you must know what to do, and then do your best.”― W. Edwards Deming
ffort without understanding is insufficient in today’s complex and dynamic world. To evolve as individuals and professionals, we must not on

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Jan 11, 20255 min read
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