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People began to realize that they could communicate instantly across vast distances.

From The Victorian Internet by Tom Standage

Innovation often arises from the need to solve a pressing problem.

From The Ghost Map by Steven Johnson

The goal is not to be perfect by the end, but to be better today.

From Start with Why by Simon Sinek

Success is not about perfection; it’s about progress.

From Everything Is Figureoutable by Marie Forleo

A society that is open to change is a society that can progress.

From The Open Society and Its Enemies by Karl Popper

Technology is the great enabler of the future.

From The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly

The quest for knowledge is the driving force of human progress.

From The Future of Humanity by Michio Kaku

We are living in a time of unprecedented technological advancement.

From The Future Is Faster Than You Think by Peter H. Diamandis and Steven Kotler

It’s not about perfection; it’s about progress.

From Own Your Everyday by Jordan Lee Dooley

AI will amplify human potential, not replace it.

From AI Superpowers by Kai-Fu Lee

Every great invention is a product of its time.

From The Invention of Air by Steven Johnson

Innovation is the key to creating wealth in modern economies.

From The Origin of Wealth by Eric Beinhocker

Violence has been in decline over long stretches of history.

From The Better Angels of Our Nature by Steven Pinker

The real challenge is not to create superintelligence, but to ensure that it benefits humanity.

From Life 3.0 by Max Tegmark

The future will be shaped by the industries of the future, not by the industries of the past.

From The Industries of the Future by Alec Ross

The future is not something we enter. The future is something we create.

From The Rational Optimist by Matt Ridley

Scientific progress is a series of peaceful interludes punctuated by intellectually violent revolutions.

From The Structure of Scientific Revolutions by Thomas S. Kuhn

Science progresses by a series of peaceful interludes punctuated by intellectually violent revolutions.

From The Structure of Scientific Revolutions by Thomas S. Kuhn

We are on the verge of a new technological revolution.

From The Physics of the Future by Michio Kaku

We are on the brink of a new era in machine learning.

From Genius Makers by Cade Metz

Celebrate your small victories; they lead to big ones.

From Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies by Tara Schuster

Success is not a destination, it's a journey.

From Power Moves by Lauren McGoodwin

In running, as in life, consistency is key; small, regular efforts lead to great results over time.

From The Science of Running by Steve Magness

Empowering women is not just a goal; it’s a necessity.

From The Moment of Lift by Melinda Gates

Progress is not a straight line; it is a series of zigzags.

From The Rational Optimist by Matt Ridley

The world today is less violent than it has ever been.

From The Better Angels of Our Nature by Steven Pinker

The most successful innovations are those that build on previous ideas.

From Where Good Ideas Come From by Steven Johnson

Trade has always been the engine of human progress.

From The Rational Optimist by Matt Ridley

Success is a series of small wins that build on each other.

From The Perfect Mile by Neal Bascomb

The future of cities depends on our ability to adapt and innovate.

From Scale by Geoffrey West

Collaboration between humans and AI will lead to unprecedented advancements.

From AI Superpowers by Kai-Fu Lee

Progress, not perfection, is what we should strive for.

From Own Your Everyday by Jordan Lee Dooley

In some respects, science has advanced more in the last hundred years than in the previous thousand.

From Cosmos by Carl Sagan

Collaboration can drive significant change.

From Out of the Ether by Matthew Leising

Empathy is a crucial component of our moral progress.

From The Better Angels of Our Nature by Steven Pinker

The most important event in human history is the invention of the wheel.

From The Lessons of History by Will and Ariel Durant

The decline of violence may be the most important thing that has happened in the history of our species.

From The Better Angels of Our Nature by Steven Pinker

It's okay to be a work in progress.

From The Multi-Hyphen Life by Emma Gannon

In some respects, science has advanced more in the last century than in the previous two thousand years.

From Cosmos by Carl Sagan

Most of the great leaps in human progress have come from individuals working together.

From The Evolution of Everything by Matt Ridley

I’ve learned that it’s not about being the best. It’s about being better than you were yesterday.

From Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth

The history of electricity reveals much about human progress and ingenuity.

From The Grid: A Journey Through the Heart of Our Electrified World by Phillip F. Schewe

You can’t stand still; you must keep moving forward.

From Legacy by James Kerr

Human beings are a remarkable species, capable of incredible inventions and innovations.

From The Rational Optimist by Matt Ridley

We have always been a species that thrives on exchange.

From The Rational Optimist by Matt Ridley

Collaboration is at the heart of scientific progress.

From The Code Breaker by Walter Isaacson

Scientific progress is not the result of a linear accumulation of knowledge but rather a series of paradigm shifts.

From The Structure of Scientific Revolutions by Thomas S. Kuhn

Human progress has been a result of collective knowledge.

From The Evolution of Everything by Matt Ridley

Science often advances not by the acceptance of new ideas but by the rejection of old ones.

From The Theory That Would Not Die by Sharon Bertsch McGrayne

Fear can cloud judgment and inhibit progress.

From The Ghost Map by Steven Johnson

It’s okay to change directions; growth is a sign of progress.

From The Multi-Hyphen Life by Emma Gannon

Innovation often springs from the ashes of failure, where the lessons of the past illuminate the path forward.

From The Perfectionists: How Precision Engineers Created the Modern World by Simon Winchester

Understanding our history helps us appreciate our progress towards peace.

From The Better Angels of Our Nature by Steven Pinker

The integration of AI into society must be done thoughtfully and inclusively.

From T-Minus AI by Michael Kanaan

Change is inevitable, but progress is optional.

From The Changing World Order by Ray Dalio

Inclusion is not a privilege; it is a necessity for progress.

From Lead from the Outside by Stacey Abrams

The future is not a gift; it is an achievement.

From The Rational Optimist by Matt Ridley

We are the product of millions of years of evolution, but we also shape our own future.

From The Red Queen by Matt Ridley

Technological progress is not an inexorable force; it is driven by human action.

From The Fourth Industrial Revolution by Klaus Schwab

Curiosity is the engine of civilization.

From The Violinist's Thumb by Sam Kean

Small wins are a way to generate momentum and foster a sense of progress.

From The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg

Research is the cornerstone of progress in the fight against cancer.

From The Emperor of All Maladies by Siddhartha Mukherjee

The history of science is not the history of a steady progression toward the truth.

From The Structure of Scientific Revolutions by Thomas S. Kuhn

Innovation is about doing things differently.

From The Evolution of Everything by Matt Ridley

The nature of scientific progress is deeply tied to the social context in which it occurs.

From The Structure of Scientific Revolutions by Thomas S. Kuhn

Always strive for improvement, no matter how small.

From Win Forever by Pete Carroll

As we move toward a more peaceful world, we should not forget the forces that drive the decline of violence.

From The Better Angels of Our Nature by Steven Pinker

Practice doesn’t make perfect; practice makes progress.

From The Mindful Athlete by George Mumford

Consistency is the key to progress in strength training.

From Starting Strength by Mark Rippetoe

Innovation is key to staying ahead in a competitive world.

From The Changing World Order by Ray Dalio

Collaboration between humans and AI will unlock unprecedented opportunities.

From AI 2041 by Kai-Fu Lee and Chen Qiufan

Feedback is essential for progress; it helps refine your skills.

From Peak by Anders Ericsson and Robert Pool

Moral progress is not just a matter of human will; it’s a matter of the evolution of our moral understanding.

From The Evolution of God by Robert Wright

A man’s ego is the fountainhead of human progress.

From The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand

The decline of war is one of the great accomplishments of humanity.

From The Better Angels of Our Nature by Steven Pinker

Innovation is not the product of genius but the result of collaboration.

From The Evolution of Everything by Matt Ridley

Consistency and intensity are the two keys to progress in strength training.

From Starting Strength by Mark Rippetoe

Every step is a step towards your goal.

From Running with the Kenyans by Adharanand Finn

You can’t improve what you don’t measure.

From Atomic Habits by James Clear

Transformation is a process, not an event.

From Finding Ultra by Rich Roll

Empirical evidence is the foundation of scientific progress.

From The Philosophical Breakfast Club by Laura J. Snyder

We are on the brink of a new scientific revolution.

From The Physics of the Future by Michio Kaku

Violence has been declining for long stretches of history.

From The Better Angels of Our Nature by Steven Pinker

Human creativity is the driving force behind progress.

From The Beginning of Infinity by David Deutsch