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Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert M. Pirsig


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Book:
“The place to improve the world is first in one's own heart and head and hands, and then work outward from there.”
Note:
Start with self-improvement.
Change begins internally; develop yourself before extending your efforts to the world.
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Book:
“The truth knocks on the door and you say, 'Go away, I'm looking for the truth,' and so it goes away. Puzzling.”
Note:
Be open to truth.
Often, we overlook obvious truths in our quest for answers, so remain open-minded.
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Book:
“If someone's ungrateful and you tell him he's ungrateful, okay, you've called him a name. You haven't solved anything.”
Note:
Focus on solutions.
Labeling problems doesn’t fix them; find constructive ways to address issues.
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Book:
"You're so sure you'll do everything wrong you're afraid to do anything at all. Often this, rather than 'laziness' is the real reason you find it hard to get started.”
Note:
Overcome fear.
Fear of failure can paralyze you; acknowledge it and take the first step.
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Book:
“You want to know how to paint a perfect painting? It's easy. Make yourself perfect and then just paint naturally.”
Note:
Pursue personal excellence. Perfection in work comes from continual self-improvement and authenticity.
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