"Filipinos are not a reading people, and despite the compulsory course on the life and works of Rizal today, from the elementary to the university levels, it is accepted that the 'Noli me Tangere' and 'El Filibusterismo' are highly regarded but seldom read (if not totally ignored). Therefore one asks, how can unread novels exert any influence?"

-- Ambeth R. Ocampo

#Reading Quotes #People Quotes #Levels Quotes

“To understand the world, oneâ€™s place in it, is to be always at the risk of drowning.”
“Animals outline their territories with their excretions, humans outline their territories by ink excretions on paper.”
“I like women, especially beautiful ones. If they have a good face and figure, I would much prefer to watch them being murdered than an ugly girl or man. I certainly don`t have to justify myself to anyone about this. I don`t care what anyone thinks or reads into it. I have often had journalists walk out of interviews when I say what I feel about this subject.”
“Kinder than is necessary. Because it's not enough to be kind. One should be kinder than needed.”

Source : R. J. Palacio (2017). “The Wonder eOmni Collection: Wonder, Auggie & Me, 365 Days of Wonder”, p.305, Knopf Books for Young Readers
“So what exactly are the rewards of resentment. It is always a relief to know that the reason we have failed in life is not because we lack the talent, energy, or determination to succeed, but because of a factor that is beyond our control and that has loaded the dice decisively against us.”
“All Disruption starts with introspection.”
“Genuine leadership is inherently moral.”

Source : "Corporate Social Responsibility: Wisdom or Window Dressing?". Interview with William Fisher, truthout.org. April 7, 2010.
“I only eat meat, if I go to a nice restaurant and there is an exceptional dish, or if I'm at somebody's home for a dinner, I'll eat whatever is in front of me. Otherwise, I don't eat anything that walks around and has a face.”

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