Les Brown (born February 17, 1945) is a renowned American motivational speaker, author, and former politician celebrated for his powerful storytelling and inspiring messages of hope and resilience. Born with uncertain parentage and adopted as a child, Brown overcame early challenges, including being labeled “educably mentally retarded” in school, to become one of the most sought-after speakers in the world. His dynamic style motivates audiences to break through limitations, embrace their potential, and pursue their dreams with passion and persistence. Author of books like Live Your Dreams and It's Not Over Until You Win, Brown has inspired millions through keynote speeches, workshops, and media appearances, making him a leading voice in personal development and empowerment.

Leonardo da Vinci (April 15, 1452 – May 2, 1519) was an Italian Renaissance polymath whose insatiable curiosity and inventive genius spanned art, science, engineering, anatomy, and more. Born in the hill town of Vinci near Florence, he apprenticed with the renowned painter Andrea del Verrocchio and quickly distinguished himself, composing masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper. Beyond his celebrated paintings, Leonardo filled voluminous notebooks with meticulous anatomical studies, mechanical sketches envisioning flying machines, and observations on optics, geology, and hydraulics—demonstrating a methodical approach that prefigured modern scientific inquiry. Throughout his career he worked for powerful patrons including the Medici family, Ludovico Sforza in Milan, and King Francis I of France, where he continually pushed boundaries in engineering projects, architectural designs, and military fortifications. His deep understanding of light, shadow, and human proportion revolutionized Renaissance art, while his visionary inventions—though mostly unbuilt in his lifetime—would inspire generations of scientists and artists. Leonardo died in Amboise, France, leaving a legacy as the quintessential “Renaissance man,” celebrated for harmonizing art and science in a pursuit of both beauty and knowledge.

Poetry is just the evidence of life. If your life is burning well, poetry is just the ash. Leonard Cohen In dreams the truth is learned that all good works…

Leo Tolstoy (September 9, 1828 – November 20, 1910) was a towering Russian novelist, philosopher, and social reformer whose profound works and moral philosophy deeply influenced literature and thought. Born into an aristocratic family, he inherited vast estates but became disillusioned with wealth and society, turning instead to explore questions of faith, ethics, and simplicity. Tolstoy’s masterpieces—War and Peace and Anna Karenina—are celebrated for their intricate portrayal of Russian society, rich character development, and philosophical depth. Later in life, he embraced a form of Christian anarchism, advocating nonviolence, asceticism, and social justice, which inspired figures like Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. Despite conflict with the Russian Orthodox Church, Tolstoy remained dedicated to his beliefs until his death at a remote railway station, leaving a legacy as both a literary giant and a voice for humanitarian values.

Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have…

LeBron James (born December 30, 1984, in Akron, Ohio) is an American professional basketball player widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes of his generation. Rising to national prominence as a high school phenom, he was drafted first overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2003. Known for his combination of size, skill, and basketball IQ, LeBron has won multiple NBA championships with the Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Los Angeles Lakers, earning four NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards along the way. Beyond his on-court dominance, he is a vocal advocate for social justice, education, and philanthropy, founding the LeBron James Family Foundation and opening the I PROMISE School to support at-risk children. His impact extends far beyond basketball, inspiring millions worldwide through his athletic excellence and commitment to

Fortune knocks but once, but misfortune has much more patience. Laurence J. Peter Bureaucracy defends the status quo long past the time when the quo has lost its status. Laurence…

Trying on pants is one of the most humiliating things a man can suffer that doesn't involve a woman. Larry David And eventually as I kept writing it, something emerged…

Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love. Lao Tzu He who knows that enough is enough will always have enough. Lao Tzu…