The Charles Schulz Philosophy*
The following quiz explains the philosophy of Charles Schulz, the creator of the ‘Peanuts’ comic strip.
You don’t have to actually answer the questions.
Just ponder them. Just keep reading and you’ll get the point.
1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.
2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners (or Stanley Cup winners).
3. Name the last five winners of the Miss America pageant.
4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.
5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and actress.
6. Name the last decade’s worth of World Series winners.
How did you do?
The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday.
These are no second-rate achievers, they are the best in their fields.
But the applause dies.
Awards tarnish …
Achievements are forgotten.
Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.
Here’s another quiz. See how you do on this one:
1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.
2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.
3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.
4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.
5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.
Easier?
The lesson:
The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, the most money … or the most awards. They simply are the ones who care the most.
Pass this on to the people you keep close in your heart.
“Be Yourself. Everyone Else Is Taken!”
* This quiz has been circulating on the Internet for a long time now, and it is doubtful that Charles Schulz really created the quiz. However, there is little doubt that this is the philosophy he wholeheartedly embraced.
Wonderful. I think we forget that winning at life involves so many “bests” that are personal, or only shared with one or two other people.
Thanks, Martin. So true, and how often we forget what’s most important. Happy New Year!
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Wonderful read, thank you!
You can always count on Snoopy for good advice on life! Thanks for stopping by, Tess.
What a good dog! 🙂
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I’ve read this before and it’s so true. Thanks for sharing it.
Thanks, Bernie.
I think Schultz may have captured the source of meaningful life in this. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Thanks, Michael. I think you’ve articulated it exactly. A meaningful life.
I love this Jane. I grew up with Peanuts but never realised all the good stuff lying there in plain sight until I re-read them as an adult.
I know. This philosophy is infused in his work, isn’t it?! Quite a legacy. ❤️
An important lesson (as well as a reminder that there is a lot I don’t know…I don’t know who’s won the last five Stanley Cups, that’s for sure).
Lol, Brendan. I actually added the Stanley Cup reference in there myself because very few people outside the US would have a clue what the Heisman trophy is. But I suppose very few people outside the US and Canada would have heard of the Stanley Cup! And few people in those 2 countries would know not only that it’s awarded to the winning National Hockey League team each year, but that it was established way back in 1892 by Lord Stanley, the Governor General of Canada at the time, to be awarded to Canada’s top-ranking amateur ice hockey team, decades before there were professional teams. 😊🏒
I knew that there was a Lord Stanley thing involved, but I wasn’t aware of the story behind Lord Stanley’s cup to the level of detail that you have!
I’m very impressed that a young New Yorker had even heard of Lord Stanley! He must have been rolling in his grave to “see” Tampa Bay of all places win his ice hockey trophy for the past two years running!
I truly love this mentality ♡
❤️ Me, too!
How lovely, Jane, and so true. I’ll share this on FB and Twitter.
Thanks so much, Debra. We agree!
Couldn’t agree more; so lucky to have worked in helping fields and proud to see my children continuing to make differences in people’s lives.
Such nice examples, Jill. And it looks like you’re enjoying a long-awaited visit with one of those children (and, more importantly, granddaughter) as we speak!
It’s absolutely right. Most of us always remember the important people in our lives who made a difference. A great reminder. – Marty
Thanks, Marty. That’s exactly what I thought. It needed to be shared!
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Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful reminder ♥️♥️
I’m glad you felt the same way about it, Saliha.
Great reminder thanks.
Thanks, Wayne.
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Thank you for this lovely post! Very true, and worth remembering the lesson❤
I’m so glad it resonated with you, too. 😊
This made my day. You could always count on Charles Schultz, even if he never created this.
You’re right, we could always count on the wisdom delivered by Charlie Brown and Snoopy!
Very important lessons and gives room for thought as to who do we thank on a regular basis for all they do for us?
Such a good addition. Thanks, Rita.
Love it! Worth sending to the people I care about…
Francine
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Important lessons, no matter who came up with them.
I think so, too. 😊