Twitter quotes~

It is better to be defeated on principle than to win on lies. -Arthur Calwell


Hello everyone :D

Was browsing Twitter when I came across this proverb. It's from the "Sport's Greats" quotes Twitter account.

SO very true. Here's why...

Let's try the analytical method that I usually apply to my essays; analysing the statement word by word...

To be defeated on principle..it probably means that doing something based on an existing set of values. Also, the subject sticks to this set of values no matter what the odds are. And especially if the odds are against him or her.

The other side of the coin is of course to use sneaky methods aka lies to achieve the purpose.

Well, since it's been said by a sports personality, it probably means doping.



That said, it probably means it's better to lose by your own efforts than to use drug enhancement to influence your performance...


Sports has always looked like an entity that teaches sportspeople and all sports enthusiasts good values in life. Sportsmanship goes all the way into our lives..and this particular statement above probably covers some of it :)



When one uses less-than-nobler methods to succeed at something, the joy of the success is short-lived. Because the success has been compromised. What worth is there then of the feat?


Except of course, if the person's mind is thus influenced with such sneaky and mischievous thoughts that the success is thought to be worth all the plotting~

This is why I love Twitter. You just gotta know who to follow...and the rest is history.


Maybe I should really take up philosophy...hmm..


See y'all soon! :D