Maya Angelou and Leonard Nimoy Offered Us Some Like-Minded Insights in Support of Sharing

 

Where Creativity Expands Instead of Drains

I’ve been thinking a lot about Leonard Nimoy’s quote, “The more we share, the more we have,” and honestly, it rings truer the more I pay attention to my own creative habits. The moment I share even a small creative thought, everything seems to open up. I feel lighter, more inspired, and strangely energized. Sharing doesn’t take anything away from me—it actually gives me momentum.

"You can't use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have," is attributed to American poet and memoirist Maya Angelou and you may see the similarities in concept.

Angela Paylou’s idea—that creativity grows the more we use it—feels like the perfect companion to Nimoy’s wisdom. She treats creativity as something alive, something that responds to movement and attention. When I place her words beside his, I see the same underlying message: creativity isn’t a limited resource. It doesn’t shrink when we use it. It stretches. It multiplies. It becomes more itself. And somehow, in the process, it helps us become more ourselves too.

Together, these two quotes remind me that creativity thrives in generosity. When I share what I make, I’m not just giving something away—I’m participating in a cycle that keeps replenishing itself. Nimoy and Paylou both point toward a kind of creative abundance that only appears when we stop hoarding our ideas and start letting them breathe. The more I create and the more I share, the more I discover there’s always something new waiting to be found.

References ~

angela paylou creativity quote

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Welcome to PassItOn.com | The Foundation for a Better Life

https://www.passiton.com/inspirational-quotes/7818-the-miracle-is-this-the-more-we-share-the-more

Floating Objectives or Tangible Goal-Focus? ~ An Overview About Writing Things Down

Interestingly, I’ve noticed that when I write a goal down, it immediately feels more tangible. Thoughts can drift or change shape, but putting them into words gives them a kind of structure. Seeing a goal on paper helps me understand what I’m actually aiming for, instead of letting it float around in the back of my mind. It becomes easier to focus, prioritize, and recognize what steps might move me forward.

Writing also creates a quiet sense of accountability. Once something is written, I tend to revisit it, refine it, or track my progress without forcing myself to. It’s a simple habit, but it keeps my goals visible and active instead of forgotten. In a way, writing things down turns intention into a small, steady form of action—one that nudges me toward follow‑through a little more consistently.

Try it, if you have not already.. to move closer to your goals. Kind of like, a vision board.

In the video below, Joe Dispenza elaborates well, about the remarkable reasons for 'writing things down.' Check out more YouTube videos @SUCCESSManifested 

An Overview: More Than Winnie Cooper: How Danica McKellar Found Her True Calling

Danica McKellar first captured the world as Winnie Cooper, but growing up in the shadow of such an iconic character left her wondering who she was beyond the role. When The Wonder Years ended, she stepped away from Hollywood long enough to ask herself what she truly wanted her life to stand for.

That answer arrived in a UCLA math class, where she discovered not only a talent for mathematics but a passion powerful enough to reshape her identity. She went on to graduate summa cum laude, co‑author a published theorem, and earn recognition for her mind rather than her fame — a transformation that felt both liberating and deeply personal.

Today, Danica blends acting with a mission-driven career as a math advocate and bestselling author, helping kids (especially girls) see math as something they can own with confidence. Her journey is a reminder that we’re all allowed to outgrow the roles the world assigns us and step boldly into the ones we choose for ourselves.

The above video from YouTube Channel: @SteveTVShow features Danica McKellar and Steve Harvey, chatting about her story..

Reference ~

Danica McKellar Interview | Meditations on Mathematics https://josmfs.net/wordpress/2024/07/06/danica-mckellar-interview/

An Overview of the Exquisite Classiness of the Vintage GV Black Denim Jeans

Back in the day, I found (vintage) Gloria Vanderbilt Black Denim Jeans (by Murjani), to be so sleek and beautiful. Beautiful, because, as you can see in the above video, Gloria Vanderbilt Black Denim Jeans were so classy looking, that you could even wear them to a formal place. (I recall, when that commercial 1st aired. Can you also?)

In 1982 and 1983, especially, I recall the jeans to be very popular and stylish. My first pair, I got in 1983, just two years after I got my first pair of Gloria Vanderbilt Blue Jeans.. (vintage, by Murjani) which were just as sleek and stylish, but, the black jeans seemed a notch or two more stylish, with the look of high-end perfection. Not that the blue jeans were less high-end, of course; just that the black jeans, seemed so unique and original.

Who else remembers GV's back in the day, as being exquisitely classy, and perfectly form-fitting and stylish?

Reference ~ 

Youtube Channel: @deputay 

Discovering Left‑Handers Day: Why Lefties Fascinate Me

Interestingly, just learned about August 17th—Left‑Handers Day—and it sent me down a surprisingly fun little spiral of curiosity. I'd like to share here, a bit, of what I've learned.

Left Handers Day is celebrated on August 17th to honor the creativity, uniqueness, and everyday resilience of left‑handed people around the world.

Now, I’m not left‑handed myself, but I’ve always been fascinated by people who are. There’s something quietly intriguing about the way lefties move through a world that wasn’t really designed with them in mind. It feels a bit like watching someone who naturally thinks at a slightly different tilt, someone who doesn’t have to try to be unique because they simply are.

What really gets me is how many cool attributes tend to show up in left‑handed people. They’re often linked with strong creativity, visual imagination, and this almost instinctive ability to solve problems in unconventional ways. Many lefties seem to have a natural fluidity with spatial reasoning, pattern recognition, and thinking outside the expected lines. Maybe that’s why I’m drawn to them—not out of envy, but out of admiration for the way they bring a different kind of energy into the room. Learning about August 17th just gave me a perfect excuse to celebrate that beautiful brilliance.

I learned a lot, about this topic from watching the video below.. Check it out..

References ~

10 things you didn't know about left-handed people – Upbility Publications

https://upbility.net/blogs/news/left-handed-people 

Youtube Channel: @gibsononbooks

What Could Babies Dream About?

This is the reply, that Copilot AI gave me, when I asked: 'When babies dream, what do the dream about?' ~ 

"Babies’ dream worlds are probably much simpler and more sensory than ours. Since their brains are still wiring themselves together, their “dreams” aren’t the story‑driven adventures adults experience. Instead, they’re likely made up of the raw building blocks of early life.

What babies are probably dreaming about

- Familiar faces they see every day  

- Voices, especially the rhythm and tone of their caregivers  

- Warmth and touch, like being held, rocked, or fed  

- Simple shapes, colors, and patterns  

- Basic emotions, such as comfort or curiosity  

These impressions help their brains practice processing the world, almost like a rehearsal for waking life.

Why their dreams are different

Newborns spend a huge amount of time in REM sleep, but for them, this stage is mostly about brain development, not storytelling. Their minds aren’t yet capable of forming complex narratives or fears, so their dreams are probably gentle, fragmented sensations rather than full scenes.

If you want, I can also explain how their dreams change as they grow or what signs suggest a baby is dreaming."

May We Pay Tribute to Those People When They are Alive - and Not Just Afterwards

Have you ever noticed how we shower people with praise and tributes only after they're gone? It's like the world suddenly remembers all the amazing things someone did, but while they were alive, it was quiet. I mean, think about celebrities or even family members—obituaries and memorials overflow with love, yet in life, we might've skimped on the compliments. This irony isn't lost on many of us; it's a head-scratcher that hits home when we reflect on our own relationships.

Part of the reason boils down to our hectic, everyday lives. We're all caught up in the grind—work, bills, scrolling through endless feeds—that we forget to pause and appreciate the people around us. It's easy to assume they'll always be there, so why make a big deal now? But when someone passes, that finality slaps us awake. Suddenly, there's no more "tomorrow" to say thanks, and we pour out everything we should've said earlier. It's human nature, but dang, it's flawed.

Psychologically, there's this thing where loss amplifies our emotions. Regret kicks in hard; we replay moments and wish we'd celebrated them more. Plus, death tends to sanitize memories—we focus on the good stuff, glossing over flaws. Alive, people are messy and real, with quirks that might annoy us. Dead, they become legends in our minds. It's like editing a highlight reel posthumously, which explains why the celebrations feel bigger after the fact.

Culturally, we've got traditions that reinforce this too. Funerals and eulogies are built-in platforms for reflection and praise, but where's the equivalent for the living? Sure, birthdays or retirements happen, but they're often rote or overlooked. In some societies, honoring elders while alive is more common, but in our fast-paced world, we wait for the end. It's ironic because the person who could've basked in that glory misses out entirely.

Imagine flipping the script: What if we made a habit of celebrating folks while they're here? A surprise shoutout, a heartfelt note, or just telling someone how they've impacted you. It could change everything—boost their spirits, strengthen bonds, and reduce that post-loss regret. I've seen it work wonders in small ways, like when friends rally for a "just because" appreciation party. Why not make it the norm instead of the exception?

So, next time you think of someone who's made your life better, don't wait. Shoot them a message, throw a mini-celebration, or simply say it out loud. Life's too short for delayed applause. If we're pondering this irony, let's be the ones to break the cycle—celebrate now, and make the world a little less bittersweet.

(Post is Grok AI generated)