Heavenly Inspiration
Definitions: (1) practical understanding or intelligence; (2) sound and prudent judgment Derivation: Originally, common sense was the faculty uniting and interpreting the impressions of the other five senses. Sayings:• Correlation does not imply causation. — Statistical axiom• Best to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.• You cannot … Read more
Definition: devoted unreservedly <to an idea or a project>; engaged; pledged; bound Synonyms: entrusted, confided, consigned, relegated Quotes:• Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has. — Margaret Mead (1901-1978) American Cultural Anthropologist • Until one is committed, there is hesitancy, … Read more
Definition: able to control by influence, authority, or dignity; dominating Synonyms: authoritative, imperative, imperious, lordly Balancing Qualities: Caring, Compassionate Quotes:• Well-timed silence is the most commanding expression. — Mark Helprin (1947-) American novelist • None of us will ever accomplish anything excellent or commanding except when he listens to this whisper which is heard by him alone. — … Read more
Definitions: (1) being an admirable example <a person, idea, or ideal worthy of emulation>; (2) recommending as worthy of confidence or notice; (3) expressing a favorable opinion; to praise Synonyms: applauded, approved, entrusted, recommended Music: “You’re the Tops” — Cole Porter (1891-1964) American Composer and Songwriter Quotes:• The will is commendable though the ability may be wanting. — Ovid [born: Publius Ovidius Naso] (43 … Read more
Definition: feeling or expressing sympathy, compassion, pity, or empathy Quote: We love to commiserate and troubleshoot and prepare for the worst, and gratitude yanks us out of that and reminds us of the ridiculous amount of infinite blessings that are around us at all times. — Jen Sincero (1965-) American Writer Symbol: a nurse
Definitions: (1) imparting encouragement and strength; heartening; (2) bringing solace or cheer to someone; consoling; reassuring; (3) providing grace, hope, and cheer; showing compassion and soul soothing kindness; (4) bestowing satisfaction and contentment Synonyms: relieving, supportive Quotes:• Expect trouble as an inevitable part of life and repeat to yourself, the most comforting words of all; this, too, shall pass. — Esther Pauline “Eppie” … Read more
Definition: causing laughter or amusement <especially with startling or unexpected humorous impact>; funny; droll Compatible Quality: timing Quote: There’s a difference between being a comic and a comedian. A comic is a guy who says funny things, and a comedian is a guy who says things funny, and he has a style and point of view that … Read more
Definitions: (1) pleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance; attractive; handsome; pretty; (2) decent; suitable; proper; becoming Synonyms: graceful, pleasing, seemly Quote: Someone who just has a really good heart – it’s so attractive: someone who makes you feel beautiful and encourages you – makes you better. Allyson Brooke Hernandez (1993-) American singer
Definitions: (1) feeling pleasurable satisfaction; (2) at ease in ones own body or mind; content Synonyms: agreeable, consoled, convenient, cozy, pleasant, snug Consequential Quality: creative Too Far: sluggish, smug Quote: A dream is your creative vision for your life in the future. You must break out of your current comfort zone and become comfortable with the unfamiliar and the unknown. — … Read more
Definitions: (1) clearly articulated and intelligible; (2) logically connected; (3) in natural agreement; harmonious Synonyms: consistent, related, united Quote: When you build a thing you cannot merely build that thing in isolation, but must repair the world around it, and within it, so that the larger world at that one place becomes more coherent, and more whole; and the thing which … Read more