An idea's longevity depends on the extent of its adoption or application.

As does that of a concept, a paradigm, an ideal.

- Vigs

There are important things that need to be done.

... and when done, it won't matter which person or group did it, just that it was done. We call on the ideas of great minds of ages past to guide us, the heartwarming children's stories, and the gadgets that make everyday that much easier; often without knowing the author. And even if we did, the idea might just be more important than the individual. It lives.

- Vigs

Time puts many things to the test - especially ideals.

It takes the ideas and efforts of many to test the importance of what we each value. Seek the opinions of both those who agree and those who disagree. The fans and the naysayers. Seek the underlying principles that guides each, to understand and learn about oneself. While our philosophical differences may be strong, proceed in good faith, assuming the intentions of those who differ from ours, are as good as we hope ours are. Time will tell. Again maybe.

- Vigs

Opposing ideas and beliefs are unlikely to be resolved by taking sides.

Consensus does not always provide the correct answer. But it does provide a way the group can proceed for the time being. It shows the direction of the prevailing wind - which can change, and often does over time.

- Vigs

Wisdom of the ages in the songs of the day

Some ideas and expressions of feeling are universal and meant to last - their time does not have to come, it's here already. Popular songs of the day set these themes to music tapping into our being.

- Vigs