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Finding Inspiration

The transformative power of a few words

Bill Abbate
ILLUMINATION
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3 min readNov 28, 2024

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Where do you find inspiration? For me, it’s often in powerful words that echo across centuries. Having written over a thousand pieces, I often turn to quotes for their ability to distill humor, truth, and wisdom into concise, unforgettable phrases. Their words offer new ways of thinking and living, potentially transforming lives.

How a few words can change everything

Who doesn’t love something that sparks positive change? For decades, quotes have done that for me. I’ve collected thousands — scribbled in journals, jotted on paper, and stored in digital files. They are a treasured part of my life.

Among these, those I’ve written by hand are my favorite. There’s something special about them as they can take me back to the moment I discovered them, an experience digital files rarely replicate.

The insight of a powerful quote can move us far beyond what ordinary writing can, revealing profound truths and stirring emotions. Some quotes transcend time, surviving centuries, because they embody unchanging, fundamental truths.

The thoughts of one man

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Bill Abbate
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Written by Bill Abbate

Leadership Writer and Editor in ILLUMINATION, Leadership/Executive Coach, Author www.BillAbbate.com

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