As a rule, all heroism is due to a lack of reflection, and thus it is necessary to maintain a mass of imbeciles. If they once understand themselves the ruling men will be lost.
Ernest Rean
If there is one thing I have learned in my years of eduction and experience, reflection is the key to continued growth and endless opportunity. Falling hopelessly in love with a carefree dreamer holds me to this practice; repetitiously reflecting on the situation and adjusting appropriately.
Like a young boy eager to explore and discover the world around him, Mat has the same ability to keep our head in the clouds with a haze of optimism and euphoria. He abandons all thoughts of vanity, fear, and boundaries. His thirst for never ending possibilities is a trait which is to be cherished.
I on the other hand keep us grounded. One without the other does not exist.
By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest.
Confucius
He is still my hero.
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