"Don’t Put Off Until Tomorrow What You Can Do Today"(Also known unofficially as: “Procrastination’s Worst Enemy”) ️ Origin and Historical EchoesThis proverb is often attributed to Benjamin Franklin, that marvelously multitasking Founding Father who, when not inventing bifocals or taming lightning, dispensed practical wisdom in Poor Richard’s Almanack. However, its sentiment predates Franklin, echoing back to Latin maxims like “Carpe diem” (Seize the day) and even to Hesiod, who cautioned against idle delay in ancient Greek literature. It’s a timeless commandment in the temple of productivity—a
A Little Knowledge Is a Dangerous ThingOrigin and HistoryThis proverb originates from the English poet Alexander Pope, who wrote in his 1709 Essay on Criticism: “A little learning is a dang’rous thing;Drink deep, or taste not the Pierian spring.” The “Pierian spring” symbolizes the source of knowledge in Greek mythology. Pope’s warning was that superficial knowledge without deeper understanding can lead to overconfidence and mistakes. MeaningThe proverb highlights that: Knowing only part of a subject can lead to false confidence. Without full understanding, one may make poor decisions, as
Tell Me and I Forget. Teach Me and I Remember. Involve Me and I Learn.Origin and HistoryThis widely quoted proverb is often attributed to Benjamin Franklin, though its roots may go deeper, possibly influenced by Confucian philosophy or earlier oral traditions. The exact source is debated, but the core idea—that active involvement deepens understanding—has long been central to effective education methods across cultures. Confucius once said, "I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand."—a sentiment nearly identical in spirit. Whether East or West, the wisdom remains univer
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Fair Play Menarini International Award, 29th Award Ceremony marked by waves of emotion
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Incheon Port Authority kicks off the 6th Incheon International Marine Forum in Songdo, Incheon, to look into the future of the global marine industry
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Seocho Symphony Orchestra to hold performances in Berlin, Germany, and London, England, commemorating the 80th anniversary of liberation and the 75th anniversary of the Korean War
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Gyeonggi Province to hold its largest job fair for middle-aged and older workers on the 9th. 1,000 jobs to be filled.
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Seoul City establishes a foothold for K-Beauty and fashion to enter the European market, promoting Milan as a base
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