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“Wisdom can be gathered on your downtime. Wisdom that can change the very course of your life will come from the people you are around, the books you read, and the things you listen to or watch on radio or television. Of course, bad information is gathered in your downtime too. Bad information that…” quote by Andy Andrews
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““Wisdom can be gathered on your downtime. Wisdom that can change the very course of your life will come from the people you are around, the books you read, and the things you listen to or watch on radio or television. Of course, bad information is gathered in your downtime too. Bad information that can change the very course of your life will come from the people you are around, the books you read, and the things you listen to or watch on radio or television. One of wisdom's greatest benefits, is accurate discernment- the learned ability to immediately tell right from wrong. Good from evil. Acceptable from unacceptable. Time well spent from time wasted. The right decision from the wrong decision. And many times this is simply a matter of having the correct perspective. One way to define wisdom is THE ABILITY TO SEE, INTO THE FUTURE, THE CONSEQUENCES OF YOUR CHOICES IN THE PRESENT. That ability can give you a completely different perspective on what the future might look like... with a degree of intelligence and a hint of wisdom, most people can tell the difference between good and bad. However, it takes a truly wise person to discern the oh-so-thin line between good and best. And that line...[gives you the] perspective that allows you to see clearly the long-term consequences of your choices. ””

Andy Andrews

About This Quote

Source Book: The Traveler's Gift by Andy Andrews, 2002

Wisdom comes from the information you absorb during idle time, and the ability to discern right from wrong shapes your life’s direction.

In simple terms: Wisdom is learned from what you consume and who you surround yourself with.

Key Takeaway

Seek good sources and practice discernment.

Themes

wisdom discernment influence decision‑making perspective

Mood

thoughtful reflective

Type

advice philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • reading
  • media consumption
  • social circles
  • personal reflection
  • career choices

Key Concepts

critical thinking ethical judgment future orientation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you evaluate the credibility of what you consume?
  • What habits help you maintain a discerning mindset?
A Different Perspective

Bad information can mislead just as easily as good information can guide.

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