The Philosophy of Charles Schultz

United States
March 21, 2007 6:03am CST
The following is the philosophy of Charles Schultz, the creator of the "Peanuts" comic strip. You don't have to actually answer the questions. Just read the list straight through, and you'll get the point. 1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world. 2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners. 3. Name the last five winners of the Miss America. 4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize. 5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and actress. 6. Name the last decade's worth of World Series winners. How did you do? The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday. These are no second-rate achievers. They are the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners . Here's another quiz. See how you do on this one: 1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school. 2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time. 3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile. 4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special. 5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with. EASIER?!? The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, the most money, or the most awards. They are the ones that care . Have a great day and.... "Don't worry about the world coming to an end today. It's already tomorrow in Australia " (Charles Schultz)
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@jennybianca (12912)
• Australia
22 Mar 07
This is a lovely, heartwarmimg quote to discuss here on my lot. It embodies all the good qualities that we look for in our lives, in other people, and in the human race. Thank you for bringing some valuable lessons to us My Lotters.
• United States
23 Mar 07
It is these qualities in people that should be showcased not a person that has a real crappy attitude yet can play ball well, or sing, etc... Real qualities in real people that is the most important thing in life as phsycal beauty is only skin deep but real beauty is COMPLETE!! Thank you for the kind words and the response! Have a great day!!!
• United States
21 Mar 07
What a wonderful philosophy! Goes to show you that people, real people, are much more important and you learn more from them than all those sparley awards. Thanks for sharing.
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• United States
23 Mar 07
It is the real people in this world that make a lasting impresion on us not all of these award winners and such unless you have an unhealthy obsession on these magnamous (SP) figures. Thank you for the response and have a great day!!