Catalyst Quotes

“The power of a bold idea uttered publicly in defiance of dominant opinion cannot be easily measured. Those special people who speak out in such a way as to shake up not only the self-assurance of their enemies, but the complacency of their friends, are precious catalysts for change.”
― Howard Zinn, You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train: A Personal History of Our Times

“The transformative power of new thinking is a catalyst for diversity of thought, innovation, and transformation, shaping our future, enriching our experience, and allowing us to pivot and adjust course. ("The freedom of new thinking")”
― Erik Pevernagie

“No. This is right. I feel it. I am the Catalyst, and I came to change all things. Prophets become warriors, dragons hunt as wolves.”
― Robin Hobb

“Ah, Catylast, can it be that you do not see all the changes you have made? Some by your resignation and acceptance of circumstance, some by your wild struggles. You say that you hate change, but you *are* change.
The Fool in Fool's Fate”
― Robin Hobb

“Hawke wasn’t the catalyst. He was the reward.”
― Jennifer L. Armentrout, From Blood and Ash

“Infancy is irretrievable. Its memories live underground. To what extent they return by stealth or are triggered by various catalysts remains an ongoing question.”
― Siri Hustvedt, The Shaking Woman, or A History of My Nerves

“A whole new life at fifty, all because I had become entranced with both the Turkish culture and with Kazim—who one friend called a careening festival of a human being and another called an alcoholic Kurdish carpet salesman. I called him a catalyst.”
― Irfan Orga, Portrait of a Turkish Family

“You don’t mind that the war will go on and on?”
“Palpatine could have prevented it. Now it’s up to people like you to end it.”
Tarkin nodded. “And so we shall.”
― James Luceno, Star Wars: Catalyst - A Rogue One Novel

“There are moments, if you look for them,
where a decision is made that alters
the contents of your life and how it ends”
― Eric Overby, Hourglass in Grace

“In the realm of science, curiosity is the catalyst that sparks the flame of innovation.”
― Aloo Denish

“Create your inner circle. Identify four to five irreplaceable, intentional mentors in your life and formally develop those relationships; choose people who already have a vested interest in your success.”
― Jim Knight, Leadership That Rocks

“If securing some mentors and being one yourself are not already on your leadership list of things to do, let’s get at it. It’s too important for your career to ignore.”
― Jim Knight, Leadership That Rocks

“Don’t wait to be reminded to focus on your own development.”
― Jim Knight, Leadership That Rocks

“Leaders have the power to light up or extinguish the cultural flame of a company.”
― Jim Knight, Leadership That Rocks

“Be the accelerant. You have the power to light up the cultural flame of the company. It’s not going to happen because of programs, processes, tools, branding or the product itself; focus on the culture and light it up!”
― Jim Knight

“Own the place. Act as if you started (or own) the business; this will create added focus, commitment, inspiration and guidance to crafting the right culture.”
― Jim Knight, Leadership That Rocks

“Light the fire. An established culture needs to be catered to, amped up and perpetuated for the future. Regardless of the state of the culture, take it to “Eleven”.”
― Jim Knight, Leadership That Rocks

“Small businesses and large corporations alike reap huge rewards from a great company culture.”
― Jim Knight, Leadership That Rocks

“Faith is a catalyst that helps us experience the manifestation of God’s power in our lives.”
― Gift Gugu Mona, The Essence of Faith: Daily Inspirational Quotes

“Pay attention to every single detail of your dreams, for a part contains the catalyst that will change your life forever.”
― Michael Bassey Johnson, The Oneironaut’s Diary

“Kindness is the catalyst that fuels our drive for love and compassion.”
― Joan Ambu

“Science is the catalyst of truth, a torch that illuminates the darkest corners of ignorance, transforming mysteries into knowledge.”
― Aloo Denish

“Hawke wasn't the catalyst.

He was the reward.”
― Jennifer L. Armentrout, From Blood and Ash

“Chaos needs dispersing,
diffusing thoughts.
Like a flower scattering seeds in gales.
Anticipating they will
find the turf and bloom.”
― Monika Ajay Kaul

“Science is the catalyst of truth, a torch that illuminates the darkest corners of ignorance, transforming mysteries into knowledge.”
― Aloo Denish Obiero

“In the realm of science, curiosity is the catalyst that sparks the flame of innovation.”
― Aloo Denish Obiero

“Your actions and attitudes as a culture catalyst are rippling—they spread waves of unity, acceptance, and understanding.”
― Donna Karlin, Culture Catalyst: Igniting an Era of Inclusion, Innovation and Growth

“To understand the importance of free speech is to recognize its role as a catalyst for social change. It empowers individuals to expose injustice, challenge systemic inequities, and rally collective action. The history of progress is intertwined with the stories of those who dared to speak out, pushing against the boundaries of the accepted narrative. Free speech is not a privilege; it is the heartbeat of a society that aspires to equity, justice, and the continual pursuit of a more enlightened future.”
― James William Steven Parker

“Paradise is hell...when you can't share it..."

The Penance
(Book 2 of 'The Catalyst Trilogy;)”
― Selin Senol-Akin, The Penance

“Through this fresh wound coursed a catalyst. I had to make something. Even if it was for nothing.”
― Robin Brown, Glitter Saints: The Cosmic Art of Forgiveness, a Memoir