Just a glance at Arnold Schwarzenegger in his peak performances, his body chiseled into almost superhuman form, will strike you as strength embodied. But what we learn from Arnold’s journey—from bodybuilding to film acting to political office and beyond—is that muscle is only as strong as mind; in this hero’s own words, strength comes from […]
Pele is a name no soccer fan can do without, and the man is touted to be the best soccer player the world ever saw. Pele did not have the world handed over to him on a silver platter, he worked his way sweat and blood to the upper echelons of sports persons. What is […]
“I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious.” said a man whose life was steered by his unquenchable thirst for knowledge. Albert Einstein is a name that is synonymous with genius, whose almost surreal personality every mathematician and physicist has tried to equal. His brain, which was posthumously removed by a pathologist, has […]
He may be “the poorest president in the world” by income, but Uruguay President José Mujica may also be the most popular world leader by virtue of his humility. Rather than set himself apart from the people, Mujica lives like one of them, residing in the same farmhouse as before he was elected to office. […]
On the cusp of the new millennium, Eckhart Tolle ushered in a new era of spirituality in America with his bestselling book, The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment. For Tolle himself, spiritual enlightenment didn’t come as easily as picking up a book. He struggled for many years – lost, unhappy, in search […]
Benjamin Franklin is best known for being one of the founding fathers of the United States of America. But this man also wears a host of other hats – that of a printer, a writer, a statesman, a scientist, an inventor, a philosopher, an economist and a musician. Looking at the dazzling later part of […]
During my Ironman triathlon journey, I used to watch inspiring videos to get myself even more motivated. There was one story that kept coming up on Youtube. It was an extraordinary zero-to-hero story about a loving father and his disabled son. It was the story of Rick and Dick Hoyt. Team Hoyt is a father-and-son […]
Ani DiFranco is an American singer-songwriter and activist, known for her fiercely independent spirit, her incisive lyrics, and her virtuosic guitar playing. Born in Buffalo, New York, in 1970, DiFranco began playing guitar at a young age and soon started writing her own songs. She gained a following in the 1990s with her self-released albums […]
Anita Roddick was a British businesswoman and social activist, known for founding The Body Shop, a cosmetics and skincare company that became a global success and a pioneer in ethical and environmentally sustainable business practices. Born in Littlehampton, England, in 1942, Roddick opened the first Body Shop store in Brighton in 1976 and soon expanded […]
Ann Landers was the pen name of Esther “Eppie” Pauline Lederer, an American advice columnist who wrote a daily column that appeared in newspapers across the United States for over 40 years. Landers answered readers’ questions on a wide variety of topics, from relationship advice to etiquette to health and wellness. Her straightforward and practical […]
Ann Richards was an American politician and the 45th Governor of Texas. She was the second woman to hold the position and served from 1991 to 1995. Richards was known for her sharp wit and progressive policies, including expanding access to healthcare and education. Prior to becoming governor, she served as the Texas State Treasurer […]
Ann Voskamp is a Canadian author and blogger known for her bestselling book “One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are.” Voskamp’s writing often focuses on themes of gratitude, faith, and living a meaningful life. She has a large online following and has been recognized as one of the most influential […]
Anna Akhmatova was a Russian poet who lived from 1889 to 1966. Her poetry explored themes of love, loss, and political oppression, and she was known for her powerful, emotional style. Akhmatova’s work was often censored by the Soviet government, and she faced persecution and exile during her lifetime. Despite this, her poetry has endured […]
Anna Freud was an Austrian-British psychoanalyst and the youngest child of Sigmund Freud. She is recognized for her significant contributions to the field of child psychoanalysis, particularly her work on the importance of ego psychology and defense mechanisms in understanding children’s behavior. Her influential writings, such as “The Ego and the Mechanisms of Defense,” have […]
Anna Julia Cooper was an American educator, author, and activist who fought for the rights of African Americans and women in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born into slavery, she earned a Ph.D. in history from the University of Paris-Sorbonne and went on to become the principal of the M Street High School, […]
Anna Karina was a Danish-French actress, director, and writer who was a prominent figure in the French New Wave film movement of the 1960s. She starred in many of Jean-Luc Godard’s most famous films, including “Pierrot le Fou” and “Alphaville,” and her distinctive look and acting style made her a beloved icon of the era. […]
Before he became the first African-American president in history, then-senator Barack Obama wrote the story of his improbable journey in the best-selling book, The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream. Obama would model this hopeful vision as he rose to the presidency on the wings of the popular, uniting optimism he inspired, […]
Anna May Wong was a Chinese-American actress who was one of the first Asian-American movie stars. She appeared in over 50 films during her career, including the silent film “The Toll of the Sea” and the classic Hollywood movies “Shanghai Express” and “The Thief of Bagdad.” Despite facing racism and discrimination in the film industry, […]
Anna Nicole Smith was an American model, actress, and television personality who became famous in the 1990s and 2000s for her glamorous looks and scandalous personal life. She first gained notoriety as a Playboy Playmate and went on to star in her own reality show, “The Anna Nicole Show.” Smith also made headlines for her […]
Anna Pavlova is a Russian ballerina, known for her signature performance of “The Dying Swan.” She was a principal dancer in the Imperial Russian Ballet and later founded her own dance company, which toured extensively around the world. Pavlova’s graceful and expressive style, coupled with her tireless work ethic, made her one of the most […]
Anna Quindlen is an American author and journalist, known for her bestselling novels and Pulitzer Prize-winning columns. She has written extensively on social issues, including women’s rights, domestic violence, and mental health. Quindlen’s writing is characterized by its insightfulness, honesty, and compassion, and she is widely regarded as one of the most important voices of […]
Anna Wintour is a British-American journalist and editor, best known as the editor-in-chief of Vogue magazine. She has been credited with revolutionizing the fashion industry, and her personal style and influence have made her a cultural icon. Wintour is known for her sharp wit, no-nonsense attitude, and impeccable taste, and she has been the subject […]
Anne Boleyn was the second wife of King Henry VIII of England, and one of the most controversial figures in English history. She was executed for treason and adultery, but her legacy lives on as a symbol of female empowerment and political intrigue. Boleyn was known for her intelligence, wit, and beauty, and her marriage […]
Anne Bradstreet was an English-American poet, and one of the first female writers to be published in colonial America. Her poetry was deeply personal, exploring themes of love, loss, and faith, and it was widely praised for its beauty and sensitivity. Bradstreet’s work paved the way for other women writers, and her legacy continues to […]
Anne Bronte is a renowned English novelist and poet who is known for her works on women’s rights, social issues, and moral values. She is the author of two novels, “Agnes Grey” and “The Tenant of Wildfell Hall,” which were published in the mid-19th century and are still widely read today. Anne Bronte’s writing was […]
