Wisdom Quote by Phyllis McGinley — Inspiring Words on Life, Love & Wisdom

“Honor every take; they're all part of the Final Cut.”

“No one, from pontiffs to professors, has a monopoly on the truth. In the end, we are all just travelers--not scientists or mystics or any one brand of thinker. By nature, we are scientists and mystics, reductionists and holists, left-brained and right-brained, mixed up creatures trying to catch an occasional glimpse of the truth. The best we can do is to be tolerant of both sides of our nature--knowing that these reflect the twin aspect of the universe--and learn from whatever wisdom is offered.”

“Here’s what’s difficult to say, but must be said: transformation has costs. When you begin to change, some people will not come with you. Some parts of your life will not survive your honesty. Some identities will have to be relinquished. Some comforts will be lost.”

“Static knowledge is useless if not made Kinetic.”

“Sometimes, the simple things are more fun and meaningful than all the banquets in the world ...”