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“The most important issue while upbringing children is to encourage them to invest much of their time in learning so that tomorrow they can embark on transforming the country to a better state.”
Lebona Lephema first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Minister Lephema Calls for Collective Effort to Support Children’s Education,newsdesklesotho( January 2025)
“MPs should be learning a lot. We have a library at parliament building; we have access to SADC, the AU, the Commonwealth and other important bodies. Our people must benefit from such. When leaving parliament, MPs should not be the same as they were when they first came to parliament.”
Tlohang Sekhamane (born 1955) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“We're learning so much about this virus and the immune response to it in a way that we've never done previously.”
Marion Pepper first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: taken from an interview with NPR, 15 January 2021
“Wurtzbach reveals getting diagnosed with depression, anxiety, and anorexia. it’s been a journey of learning, healing, sometimes falling off track, and then bouncing back again. GMA. Retrieved January 11, 2026”
Pia Wurtzbach (born 1989) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The State must strengthen the educational and developmental foundations of children from birth through Grade 3, as this is considered a critical period in learning and development of cognitive skills.”
Loren Legarda (born 1960) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/tmt-newswire/legarda-seeks-to-improve-k-3-to-help-fix-education-crisis/2289590
“The learning crisis already affects productivity, employability, and social cohesion; addressing it at its roots is a matter of justice and national interest.”
Loren Legarda (born 1960) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/tmt-newswire/legarda-seeks-to-improve-k-3-to-help-fix-education-crisis/2289590
“Forgive your parents. They were learning too.”
Maxene Magalona (born 1986) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I'm still young, so learning how to deal with all of this attention, but then at the same time being grateful,”
Alexandra Eala (born 2005) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“It's a process to take it all in. I think this week definitely there were elements that were a bit overwhelming, especially during my practices. I didn't expect that many people to be there. So it's a learning process.”
Alexandra Eala (born 2005) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“It's a learning curve for me to figure out… but it's a really good problem to have if you ask me. That means I'm doing well and that I'm making people happy and I'm touching people's lives in a certain way.”
Alexandra Eala (born 2005) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“It’s a learning experience for me… I wouldn’t consider today’s match a positive experience for me, but down the line, I believe it will have a positive impact on my progression as a player.”
Alexandra Eala (born 2005) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Some of the most important things are travelling and gaining worldly experience, seeing the world and learning about different cultures.”
Valeria Bhunu (born 1995) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“It’s an exciting ride but at the same time of course, no risk, no gain. Kailangang mag-evolve and this is a new learning process for me.”
Cherie Gil (1963–2022) said by 2022 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Actually, this theater really broke the mold for me to feel that I’m growing and evolving as an actor. I’m just so happy that the door was opened to me in that regard — to walk into theater and discover a whole new, different milieu and different ways of learning and playing amazing roles.”
Cherie Gil (1963–2022) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2022/03/08/2165598/cherie-gil-strongest-force-me-being-mother
“Life is a journey of learning from our mistakes and human errors. So in the case of my characters, I try to relive all these for all so that they may identify with it and realize that there is always rhyme and reason for our reactions and behavior and eventually find redemption in the end. They have just got to be human.”
Cherie Gil (1963–2022) said by 2022 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“There is no ending to learning about the craft! Accents, the use of voice, technique. OMG there are just so many scripts and stories to study yet.”
Cherie Gil (1963–2022) said by 2022 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“When my family went in for religion and all that, I didn't really fancy so much learning and went out to see where the money grew. Some of those who know me say I found it.”
John Mushmouth Johnson (1856–1907) said by 1907 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I didn’t exactly do much book learning, I went out to see where the money grew. Some of those who know me say that I found it.”
John Mushmouth Johnson (1856–1907) said by 1907 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“really beautiful learning experience”
Maris Racal (born 1997) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Maris Racal looks back on 'Batang Quiapo' journey, Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News, 3 March 2026.
“It's a really beautiful learning experience.”
Maris Racal (born 1997) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Maris Racal looks back on 'Batang Quiapo' journey, Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News, 3 March 2026.
“To be kinder to my body, to listen to it, and to appreciate everything it allows me to do. Not perfect. Just better. Still learning. Still showing up.”
Gabbi Garcia (born 1998) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: . "Body positivity in the truest sense’: Gabbi Garcia opens up about PCOS diagnosis". 22 December 2025.
“It’s nice because we’re learning something about each other,”
Isabelle Daza (born 1988) first seen 2016 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Isabelle Daza shares what she has learned about married life, Gary Ann Lastrilla 25 October 2016.
“I love how he handles his rehearsals. How he lets the actors discover and understand is such a divine experience for actors who yearn for learning.”
Irma Adlawan (born 1972) first seen 2013 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Irma Adlawan–how she went from ‘sandwich queen’ to Drama Queen, Written by: Amadís Ma. Guerrero 2 November 2013.
“Continuous learning, adaptability, and empathy have been the most impactful qualities in my journey.”
Ivan Edwards first seen 2024 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Meet Ivan Edwards, Bold Journey Magazine, May 21, 2024.
“When it comes to learning, Triumph is the real foe; it’s Disaster that’s your teacher. It’s Disaster that brings objectivity. It’s Disaster that’s the antidote to that greatest of delusions, overconfidence. And ultimately, both Triumph and Disaster are impostors. They are results that are subject to chance. One of them just happens to be a better teaching tool than the other.”
Maria Konnikova (born 1984) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“In addition to proper education, indigenous women must be equipped with high-quality learning.”
Dewi Sartika (1884–1947) said by 1947 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“So if we had to break down five times while singing live, we did it. It was tough, but I can say we all enjoyed the process. It was a memorable learning experience.”
Aicelle Santos (born 1985) first seen 2024 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: After 2-year hiatus, Aicelle Santos makes ‘Himala’ comeback, Carlo Orosa - The Philippine Star 9 November 2024.
“To love, to fight, to stay. But now, we're learning to let go.”
Elisse Joson (born 1996) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: . "We're learning to let go': Elisse Joson, McCoy de Leon confirm break-up anew". 25 July 2025.
“The hardship of living in a refugee camp made me psychologically strong. It is called learning from the school of hard knocks. It made me street smart. It equipped me with a greater sense of determination and vision.”
Philip Emeagwali (born 1954) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Continuous learning was crucial to stay relevant, but the rapid pace of advancements seemed never-ending...”
Abisiga Mojeed Damilola wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I am still learning ways that my presence will impact the institution. However, one thing that I have noticed is that I am an important resource for women and people of color in engineering and computer science.”
Temiloluwa Prioleau wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Parents who provided more learning and playing materials reported that their children did better.”
Amina Abubakar (born 1950) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“We can break away from the old ways of doing things and embrace virtual learning.”
Aderemi Atayero (born 1969) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Saying YES—even when it's something I’ve never tried before—always brings valuable learning and opens new doors.”
Christine Spiten (born 1990) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“In other words, you’re performing. But you’re not learning.”
Llewellyn Ellardus van Zyl wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“When asked about the best conditions for learning, a scholar replied: “A humble spirit, commitment to research, a quiet life, silent inquiry, poverty, a foreign land; these circumstances make it easier to overcome the difficulties encountered during one's studies”. :*From Didascalicon.”
Hugh of Saint Victor (1096–1141) said by 1141 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“In one home, the newly-wed is learning to cook, and as her husband enjoyed straight , she is enchanted when her roast chicken with its , and stuffings, is a success. In another home, with more adventures tastes, the of steak, potatoes and onions, is (unusually for our palates) flavoured not only with marjoram but with the pungency of seeds.”
Margaret Brownlow (1916–1968) said by 1968 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“In a world of constant change, the most valuable degree is the one that teaches you how to keep learning.”
Jim Carroll (born 1959) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“To children with all races, do embrace learning and love it for it will embrace and love you back and shall able you to change your world.”
Efren Peñaflorida (born 1981) first seen 2009 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute acceptance speech (21 November 2009) CNN Heroes
“What I focus on instead is growing a little every day, becoming a better actress, a better human, day by day, moving closer to the vision I have for myself. I don't see life in terms of years. I just hope to keep evolving, learning, and growing with each passing day.”
Sara Arjun (born 2005) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Jha, Subhash K. (December 31, 2025). "Dhurandhar star Sara Arjun on 2025". Bollywood Hungama.
“More than the selection itself, it’s actually getting to know the people, ‘yung mismong culture from films that you’ve watched… every time naman learning experience, excited ako doon and sobrang thankful ako for Locarno for giving me this platform again to show my feature.” — Carlo Francisco Manatad, on attending the Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland.”
Carlo Francisco Manatad (born 1987) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Learning that his shield-bearer had received a great deal of money from a man who had been taken captive in the war, he said to him, "Give me back my shield, and buy yourself a tavern in which to spend the rest of your days; for you will no longer be willing to face danger as before, now that you have become one of the rich and prosperous.”
Epaminondas (418–362 BC) said by 362 BC at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The more I thought about it, the more obsessed I became with the idea of a swimming journey. I started to dream ever more exclusively of water. Swimming and dreaming were becoming indistinguishable. I grew convinced that following water, flowing with it, would be a way of getting under the skin of things, of learning something new.”
Roger Deakin (1943–2006) first seen 1999 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: as quoted by in: (quote from 1999 book Waterlog by Roger Deakin)
“I was given the gift of learning by watching such amazing actors, but I also spent so much time alone. I was in a different country alone during lockdown. I was given the opportunity that I didn’t want to mess up. Because I didn’t know if an opportunity like this would ever come again.”
Milly Alcock (born 2000) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Rodriguez, Jasmine (16 August 2022). "Milly Alcock – Go Ahead, Unleash That Voice". Flaunt.
“Learning to love yourself is a way to live better with others. If we want the world to be better, we must start by looking at ourselves with love.”
Marion Cotillard (born 1975) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“You may go to Heaven without health, without wealth, without honours, without pleasures, without friends, without learning; but you can never go to Heaven without Christ.”
William Dyer (1633–1696) said by 1696 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Christ's Famous Titles, and A Believer's Golden Chain (Boston, NE: printed by B. Green & J. Allen for Nicholas Buttolph, 1704), p. 11. Slightly altered, misattributed to John Dyer, in Josiah Hotchkiss Gilbert, Dictionar…
“Education has always been important for me because it keeps me grounded. Acting can be very consuming. Having something outside of it helps me maintain a perspective. Learning also keeps you curious, whether it’s through academics or life experiences. Continuing to grow makes you a better artiste as well.”
Aneet Padda (born 2002) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Sharma, Devansh (April 9, 2026). "Ahaan Panday confesses feeling the pressure of Saiyaara success ‘day in and day out’; Aneet Padda reveals why she continues to study". The Indian Express.
“I entered Waseda in September of Taishō 6 (or 7), the year of the school disturbances when professors like Nagai Ryūtarō and Ōyama Ikuo resigned. I was drawn to Waseda because it was founded by Marquis Ōkuma Shigenobu as a free academy aiming for the independence of learning and freedom of research in opposition to the bureaucratic military clique of the time.”
Inejirō Asanuma (1898–1960) first seen 1950 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Maa-Maa Koji's Discourse: The Path I Have Walked (1950)
“I really enjoyed the process. I really enjoyed learning so much from my co-actors because everyone has just been so generous sa mga pangaral at pagkain (in lessons and food). Lahat (Everyone), we just really enjoyed and I’m going to miss everyone. It’s going to be a rollercoaster so we can’t wait to finish the ride with you all.”
Iana Bernardez (born 1993) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Why Iana Bernardez cherishes her first kontrabida role Lifesyle Inq, 9 January 2022.
“I think that for writers there is a certain level of maturity that cannot be improvised, and I don't see that in newer writers...culture and learning are basic things. There is that aspect that is very demanding.”
Aída Cartagena Portalatín (1918–1994) said by 1994 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source