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Tuesday, July 9, 2024

The Wisdom of Anthony Hopkins

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“I know that I have less to live than I have lived.

I feel like a child who was given a box of chocolates. He enjoys eating it, and when he sees that there is not much left, he starts to eat them with a special taste.

I have no time for endless lectures on public laws - nothing will change. And there is no desire to argue with fools who do not act according to their age. And there's no time to battle the gray. I don't attend meetings where egos are inflated and I can't stand manipulators.

I am disturbed by envious people who try to vilify the most capable to grab their positions, talents and achievements.

I have too little time to discuss headlines - my soul is in a hurry. Too few candies left in the box.

I'm interested in human people. People who laugh at their mistakes are those who are successful, who understand their calling and don't hide from responsibility. Who defends human dignity and wants to be on the side of truth, justice, righteousness. This is what living is for.

I want to surround myself with people who know how to touch the hearts of others. Who, through the blows of fate, was able to rise and maintain the softness of the soul.

Yes, I hustle, I hustle to live with the intensity that only maturity can give. I'll eat all the candy I have left - they'll taste better than the ones I already ate.

My goal is to reach the end in harmony with myself, my loved ones and my conscience.

I thought I had two lives, but it turned out to be only one, and it needs to be lived with dignity.”

Anthony Hopkins

💚Sir Philip Anthony Hopkins was born on December 31,1937. He is a Welsh actor. One of Britain's most recognisable and prolific actors, he is known for his performances on the screen and stage. Hopkins has received numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards, four BAFTA Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and a Laurence Olivier Award. He has also received the Cecil B. DeMille Award in 2005 and the BAFTA Fellowship for lifetime achievement in 2008. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to drama in 1993.

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9 comments:

Anonymous said...

Amen and kudos! He’s so remarkable and talented. Thank you for sharing. And remember what Forest Gump said…”life is like a box of chocolates…you never know what you will get “.

Andi Shafer said...

Beautifully said!

Richard Botton said...

Your quote of the day ,and Hopkin’s philosophy are wonderful!Thanks,David

Picture It! and SF Giants said...

These are all great reminders! I love your blog David and will continue to read it everyday after my move.

David B Katague said...

That is a wonderful article, David. Thanks for sharing.

John Larimore

David B Katague said...

Andi, Dick. John and Anonymous : Your response to this posting is very much appreciated. David

David B Katague said...

Hi Michael, I am sorry to hear you are leaving THD. I will miss your friendly smile and greetings as well as Willy. I appreciate that you enjoy my daily postings etc.. Good luck in your move. Don't forget the Filipino restaurant Imas Kitchen at the SeaFood City Mall in Concord if you have cravings for Pinoy Dishes. David

Anonymous said...

I love todays article of “wisdom” as well as each and every blog that you share

Dean Elias said...

thanks, again, for your practical wisdom, David.. . Dean

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