
Source: Culture and Value (1980), p. 98e
The Story of Wong Choi and the Merchant Teen King's Thumb
Kai Lung Unrolls His Mat (1928)
Source: Culture and Value (1980), p. 98e
“Itch to read, scratch to understand.”
From the ninth book, "The Book of Secrets"
The Pillow Book
“I have a simple philosophy. Fill what's empty. Empty what's full. And scratch where it itches.”
As quoted in The Best (1974), edited by Peter Passell and Leonard Ross.
The New York Times (16 December 1969)
Source: Sayings of Sri Ramakrishna (1960), p. 548
“By giving full attention to one thing at a time, we can learn to direct attention where we choose.”
[Words to live by: A daily guide to leading an exceptional life, Easwaran, Eknath, w:Eknath Easwaran, 2005, Nilgiri, Tomales, CA, 978-1-58638-016-8] (page 12: comment for Jan. 3 on quote by Shelley) (work originally published 1990)