T he phrase "turn the other cheek" has come to be interpreted as an admonishment to “just let it go.” But that understanding of... Read More.

W e hear the expression "Great minds think alike" when two people arrive at the same conclusion, or come up with the same idea,... Read More.

L uck of the Irish. We hear this expression most often around St. Patrick’s Day. And, it’s usually associated with leprechauns – the magical,... Read More.

L ike many mothers, my mom drilled the importance of being nice into my young psyche.  She used expressions like the direct and simple... Read More.

C harity begins at home. We’ve all heard the expression. Usually in response to financial aid going to other nations. Or when we’re asked... Read More.

T he phrase "I took the road less traveled by, and that has made all the difference," is typically seen as an anthem of... Read More.

T he phrase "It's a cakewalk" is typically used to mean something so easy success is certain. But the origins of this folk... Read More.

T hese days, pulling yourself up by your bootstraps means to succeed on your own, through sheer will and hard work. It originally meant... Read More.

T he phrase "go the extra mile" is frequently dished out as advice to do more than is required, in order to impress the... Read More.

Y our mom might have used this saying to explain why you have to take your little brother when you go to the movies... Read More.

M y country right or wrong is a saying frequently invoked as a testament of vigilant, aggressive, and unquestioning patriotism. But, the complete quote... Read More.

T he aphorism carpe diem was penned by the Roman poet Horace in 23 BCE, making it one of the oldest philosophical mottos in... Read More.