Knowledge is not power, it is only potential. Applying that knowledge is power. Understanding why and when to apply that knowledge is wisdom!

Tenzin Gyatso Wisdom

“Knowledge is not power, it is only potential. Applying that knowledge is power. Understanding why and when to apply that knowledge is wisdom!” is a wisdom quote by Tenzin Gyatso. It speaks to themes of success.

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The purpose of education is to replace an empty mind with an open one.

Knowledge is of no value unless you put it into practice.

If you only hear one side of the story, you have no understanding at all.

It is impossible to understand addiction without asking what relief the addict finds, or hopes to find, in the drug or the addictive behaviour.

Learn continually. There's always "one more thing" to learn.

Think of the solution. not the problem.

The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn.

Great minds discuss ideas. Average minds discuss events. Small minds discuss people.

Knowledge is power but only wisdom is liberty.

The trouble is that you think you have time.

Chance favors the prepared mind.

Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind. To cherish peace and goodwill, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas.

Self-reflection is the school of wisdom.

Stay curious, keep learning and keep growing. And always strive to be more interested than interesting.

The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled.