Quote of the Day: 7 April 2026 #QotD

“It was memorable. That doesn’t mean I liked it.” -Missy, Basic Instructions
[Memorability and likability are not opposites or synonymous. But they aren't exactly orthogonal either.]

Quote of the Day: 6 April 2026 #QotD

“Anyone who displays a capacity for double-dealing must forever be suspected of being capable of displaying it again.” -Harla Branno, Foundation’s Edge

[Trust is hard to restore once it has been lost. In some cases it is not possible to restore that trust. We should view any public official who has broken confidence in a very skeptical light indeed.]

Quote of the Day: 5 April 2026 #QotD

“Jesus Christ’s atoning sacrifice and resurrection are the ultimate evidence of God’s love.” -Dallin H. Oaks
[Happy Easter!]

Quote of the Day: 4 April 2026 #QotD

“Years from now, when I’m successful and happy, … and he’s in prison … I hope I’m not too mature to gloat.” -Calvin, Calvin and Hobbes
[It's always important to keep in mind what you have to gloat over. Perspective is a powerful motivational tool to maintain focus.]

Quote of the Day: 3 April 2026 #QotD

“We’ve become so used to the idea that the only reward for getting better is moving toward higher income and increased responsibilities that we forget that the fruits of pursuing quality can also be harvested in the form of a more sustainable lifestyle.” -Cal Newport
[Take some stock of where you are and what you'd like for your life. Maybe you don't have to pursue what others would deem 'success' if you already have what you want.]

Quote of the Day: 2 April 2026 #QotD

“You’ve learned to guard your thoughts so well, you’re almost afraid to let yourself know what they are.” -Chade, Assassin’s Apprentice
[You need to know your own mind. You simply can't operate in the world if you don't.]

Quote of the Day: 1 April 2026 #QotD

“An idiot is someone without knowledge or ability. You’re something else: a person with knowledge or ability who misuses it. That makes you a fool instead.” -Auxiliary, The Sunlit Man
[Happy April Fools!]