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Economics, John Kenneth Galbraith

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Economics, John Kenneth Galbraith "Economics is extremely useful as a form of employment for economists." - John Kenneth Galbraith This is a humorous take on economics, suggesting that while economic theories and models are complex and often debated, their practical value can sometimes seem more beneficial to economists than to society at large.

Vincent van Gogh, Snow-Covered Field with a Harrow (after Millet), January 1890

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Vincent van Gogh, Snow-Covered Field with a Harrow (after Millet), January 1890 Van Gogh used Millet's work, and Alfred Delaunay's etching of Millet's work, as inspiration for this painting. In Van Gogh's version he added black crows and made the winter scene more bleak, deserted and cold. His choice of color, composition and brushstroke make this work uniquely his own.[1] Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890), Plow and Harrow (after Millet), Saint-Rémy, January 1890, oil on canvas, h 72 x w 92 cm, Van Gogh Museum Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890), Plow and Harrow (after Millet), Saint-Rémy, January 1890, oil on canvas, h 72 x w 92 cm, Van Gogh Museum Artist   Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890) Title   Deutsch: Pflug und Egge (nach Millet) English: Plow and Harrow (after Millet) Object type painting Genre landscape art Date Saint-Rémy, January 1890 Medium oil on canvas Dimensions height: 72 cm (28.3 in); width: 92 cm (36.2 in) Collection   Van Gogh Museum Current location   Amste...

Wait, Joyce Meyer

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Wait, Joyce Meyer “Patience is not simply the ability to wait - it's how we behave while we're waiting.” – Joyce Meyer This quote emphasizes that patience is not just about the act of waiting itself, but about maintaining a positive attitude and good behavior during the wait.

Happiness, Dalai Lama

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Happiness, Dalai Lama “Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.” - Dalai Lama This quote emphasizes that happiness is not handed to us; it is something we create through our choices and actions. It suggests that we have the power to shape our own happiness by the way we live and interact with the world.

Consolation, Oscar Wilde

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Consolation, Oscar Wilde “What seems to us as bitter trials are often blessings in disguise.” - Oscar Wilde Wilde's quote suggests that difficult experiences, though painful at the time, can lead to unexpected positive outcomes. It provides comfort by encouraging us to look for the hidden benefits or lessons in challenging situations.

Investment, Robert Arnott

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Investment, Robert Arnott “In investing, what is comfortable is rarely profitable.” - Robert Arnott This quote reminds us that successful investing often requires taking calculated risks and stepping out of our comfort zones. It suggests that true profitability may come from making decisions that might seem challenging or counterintuitive.

Investment, Benjamin Franklin

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Investment, Benjamin Franklin “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” - Benjamin Franklin This quote emphasizes the value of education and learning. Franklin suggests that the returns on investing in one's knowledge and skills can be far greater than any financial investment.

Hope, Emily Dickinson

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Hope, Emily Dickinson “Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul—and sings the tunes without the words—and never stops at all.” - Emily Dickinson Emily Dickinson's poetic description of hope as a bird captures its enduring and uplifting nature. Hope is portrayed as a constant and comforting presence within us, offering solace and inspiration.

Hope, Desmond Tutu

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Hope, Desmond Tutu “Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.” - Desmond Tutu This quote emphasizes the idea that hope allows us to find light and positivity even in the darkest of times. It suggests that maintaining hope can help us navigate through challenges and hardships.

Claude Monet, Lavacourt under Snow, 1881

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Claude Monet, Lavacourt under Snow, 1881 Claude Monet (1840-1926), 눈 덮인 라바쿠르(Lavacourt under Snow; Coucher de soleil sur la neige à Lavacourt), 1881, 캔버스에 유채(oil on canvas), 59.7 x 80.6 cm, Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane, Dublin Claude Monet (1840-1926), 눈 덮인 라바쿠르(Lavacourt under Snow; Coucher de soleil sur la neige à Lavacourt), 1881, 캔버스에 유채(oil on canvas), 59.7 x 80.6 cm, Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane, Dublin Artist     Claude Monet (1840-1926) Title     English: Lavacourt under Snow Français : Coucher de soleil sur la neige à Lavacourt Object type painting Genre landscape art Date 1881 Medium oil on canvas Dimensions h 59.7 x w 80.6 cm Collection     Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane #1881 #1880s

Alfred Sisley, La neige à Louveciennes, 1878

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Alfred Sisley, La neige à Louveciennes, 1878 Alfred Sisley (1839-1899), La neige à Louveciennes, 1878, oil on canvas, h 61 x w 50.5 cm, Musée d'Orsay, Paris[1] Alfred Sisley (1839-1899), La neige à Louveciennes, 1878, oil on canvas, h 61 x w 50.5 cm, Musée d'Orsay, Paris Artist     Alfred Sisley (1839-1899) Title     La neige à Louveciennes English: Snow at Louveciennes Object type painting Genre landscape art Date 1878 Medium oil on canvas Dimensions h 61 x w 50.5 cm Collection     Musée d'Orsay [1] https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:La_neige_a_Louveciennes.JPG [2] https://www.musee-orsay.fr/fr/oeuvres/la-neige-louveciennes-1110

Caspar David Friedrich, Cairn in Snow, 1807

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Caspar David Friedrich, Cairn in Snow, 1807 Cairn in Snow, also known as Dolmen in the snow, (German: Hünengrab im Schnee, literally "Giant's grave in the snow") is a landscape painting by the German painter Caspar David Friedrich.[1] Caspar David Friedrich (1774-1840), Cairn in Snow, 1807, oil on canvas, h 61 x w 80 cm, Galerie Neue Meister, Dresden, Germany Caspar David Friedrich (1774-1840), Cairn in Snow, 1807, oil on canvas, h 61 x w 80 cm, Galerie Neue Meister, Dresden, Germany Artist Caspar David Friedrich (1774-1840) Title German: Hünengrab im Schnee Cairn in Snow Object type painting Genre landscape art Date 1807 Medium oil on canvas Dimensions h 61 x w 80 cm Collection Galerie Neue Meister, Dresden, Germany New Masters Gallery [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cairn_in_Snow