[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fCS9fka4RQ5vVAVA51vBXLX_Kx856K8iiK41D9gbCbRo":3,"$fDeuXroz6M7fKWKa0YxVD4ljo7FNa8-edhhfv_qOo2Tw":12},{"author":4,"tags":11},{"author_id":5,"author_name":6,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"bio":9,"short_bio":9,"slug":10,"image_url":9},197463,"Adam Yauch","A",55,null,"adam-yauch",[],{"quotes":13,"pagination":78},[14,22,28,34,40,47,53,59,66,72],{"id":15,"quote_text":16,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":19,"source":20,"quote_tag":21,"commentary":9},3527994,"From being in Tibet and being around Tibetans, I feel like I've learned so much more about what brings a person happiness, about what actually brings myself happiness.",7,false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":23,"quote_text":24,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":25,"source":26,"quote_tag":27,"commentary":9},3527990,"Fresh snow is amazing. The board is real different... it floats on the powder and goes really fast. If you're riding a long board, it's more like surfing than skiing.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":29,"quote_text":30,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":31,"source":32,"quote_tag":33,"commentary":9},3527976,"I do think that all of the well wishes have contributed to the fact that my treatment and recovery are going well.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":35,"quote_text":36,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":37,"source":38,"quote_tag":39,"commentary":9},3527968,"I meditate in the morning and before I go to sleep. These are usually the main times because, before I go to sleep, I can get focused on what happened during the day, pull that into perspective, and that'll make my sleep a little more peaceful.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":41,"quote_text":42,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":43,"source":44,"quote_tag":45,"commentary":46},3527956,"I think it's scary that that our elected officials aren't operating under the principles of human rights, under the principles that this government and this country was founded on.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\nAdam Yauch, aka MCA of the Beastie Boys, was known for his outspoken advocacy on human rights and social justice. This quote is likely from a speech or interview during the early 2000s, a time when Yauch was actively speaking out against the US government's actions in Afghanistan and the Middle East. As a member of the Beastie Boys, Yauch was also navigating the complexities of fame and the music industry, often using his platform to raise awareness about social and political issues.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nOn the surface, this quote appears to be a straightforward critique of government actions. However, the deeper insight lies in Yauch's acknowledgment of the disconnect between the US government's founding principles and its current practices. By highlighting this paradox, Yauch is pointing out that even in a country founded on ideals of human rights and democracy, the system can become corrupted and fail to uphold its own values.\n\n**How to Use This**\nIn today's professional and creative landscape, this mindset can be applied by recognizing the tension between your organization's or industry's stated values and its actual practices. To bridge this gap, take an active role in advocating for change from within, using your position to push for policies and actions that align with your organization's stated principles. This requires a willingness to challenge the status quo and take calculated risks, but can ultimately lead to more authentic and impactful work.",{"id":48,"quote_text":49,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":50,"source":51,"quote_tag":52,"commentary":9},3527941,"We're gonna do a Bowling for Dollars-type thing, but it'll be Breakdancing on Cardboard for Yen for the ozone layer, so it'll be called Breaking in Space.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":54,"quote_text":55,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":56,"source":57,"quote_tag":58,"commentary":9},3527919,"I think the main focus in America is - is basically greed.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":60,"quote_text":61,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":62,"source":63,"quote_tag":64,"commentary":65},3527905,"The teachings of Tibetan Buddhism have been passed down for a long time now. They have that system pretty well figured out.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\nAdam Yauch, aka MCA of the Beastie Boys, delivered this quote in an interview around 1994, during a time of great personal and professional growth for the band. They had just released their critically acclaimed album \"Ill Communication\" and were in the midst of their first world tour in three years. This period was marked by a growing interest in Buddhism and social activism, which would become a defining aspect of Yauch's life and art.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nOn the surface, the quote seems to convey a sense of admiration for Tibetan Buddhism's organizational prowess. However, the counter-intuitive truth lies in the fact that Yauch is not praising the system's rigidity, but rather its adaptability and willingness to evolve. By acknowledging that the system \"has it pretty well figured out,\" Yauch is highlighting the importance of embracing imperfection and the value of continuous learning.\n\n**How to Use This**\nWhen faced with a complex problem or creative challenge, try embracing the \"good enough\" principle, acknowledging that your solution doesn't need to be perfect. By accepting that there's always room for growth and improvement, you can tap into the same adaptive spirit that has allowed Tibetan Buddhism to thrive for centuries.",{"id":67,"quote_text":68,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":69,"source":70,"quote_tag":71,"commentary":9},3527896,"We actually became just what it was that we'd set out to make fun of.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":73,"quote_text":74,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":75,"source":76,"quote_tag":77,"commentary":9},3527889,"If you are striving to have more happiness in your life, it helps to guide your mind towards starting to recognize what are selfish motivations and what are constructive motivations.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"currentPage":79,"totalPages":80,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":81},1,6,10]