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“…prime it with a little solitude and idleness” (Great Work quote)

“I learned … that inspiration does not come like a bolt, nor is it kinetic, energetic striving, but it comes into you slowly and quietly and all the time, though we must regularly and every day give it a little … Continue reading →

Posted on March 30, 2009
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“I don’t think necessity is the mother of invention…” (Great Work quotes)

I don’t think necessity is the mother of invention – invention, in my opinion, arises directly from idleness, possibly also from laziness. To save oneself trouble. ~ Agatha Christie What a fantastic quote.  Long live laziness!  Embrace idleness! Come on … Continue reading →

Posted on October 30, 2008
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