“Do you see a thought shoot across the sky of existence like lightning? Those thoughts have changed the course of history.”
“Will it be rude to say I disagree?”
“You have every right to say so….”
“How far does your thought go then?”
“It makes history if it finds supporters.”
“……….or detractors? What changes the course of history is the amount of love or hatred you generate for a new concept? Unfortunately, it’s all about emotion, not intellect. The intellect lives in quiet lanes, and dies a quiet death.”
“ Hmmm … power seekers and influencers know this, for sure…”

This one makes you think!
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This comment always makes me happy 😀 Thank you, Dawn!
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Well structured and provocative piece. A sign of the times for sure.
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Thank you so much, Alicia!
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“The intellect lives in quiet lanes, and dies a quiet death.” This hit hard.
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Reality often hits hard. But the net worth of individuals will show you what and who are valued in the world – not intellectuals, for sure. And they feel so complete in themselves, that they don’t bother to build mutually beneficial networks.
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Oh that is so true. We’re creatures of emotion, and as you say, easily led by those who know this. Some great thoughts in this story. I just love your final sentence.
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Glad it resonated with you. Thank you, Margaret!
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Dear Reena,
Evocative conversation. Nicely done.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thank you, Rochelle!
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Isn’t that the truth? But history without strife is probably propaganda. Thoughtful story.
Tracey
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Thank you, Tracey!
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So many people think history or important things are all based on feelings.
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We paint stories on available evidence, and it may not be objective.
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We make history, it is said, but not in circumstances of our own choosing
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That’s so insightful. Thanks a ton, Neil, for sharing this.
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