The art of life is to know how to enjoy a little and to endure very much.
Those who are at war with others are not at peace with themselves.
To be capable of steady friendship or lasting love, are the two greatest proofs, not only of goodness of heart, but of strength of mind.
A gentle word, a kind look, a good-natured smile can work wonders and accomplish miracles.
Common sense, to most people, is nothing more than their own opinions.
The more we do, the more we can do; the more busy we are, the more leisure we have.
I'm not smart, but I like to observe. Millions saw the apple fall, but Newton was the one who asked why.
The love of liberty is the love of others; the love of power is the love of ourselves.
Confidence gives a fool the advantage over a wise man.
He who undervalues himself is justly undervalued by others.
Grace in women has more effect than beauty.
The art of conversation is the art of hearing as well as of being heard.
Words are the only things that last for ever.
Nothing is more unjust or capricious than public opinion.
When a thing ceases to be a subject of controversy, it ceases to be a subject of interest.
Books let us into their souls and lay open to us the secrets of our own.
The garb of religion is the best cloak for power.
Prosperity is a great teacher; adversity is a greater. Possession pampers the mind; privation trains and strengthens it.
The more we do, the more we can do.
Prosperity is a great teacher; adversity a greater.
When I take up a book I have read before, I know what to expect; the satisfaction is not lessened by being anticipated. I shake hands with, and look our old tried and valued friend in the face,--compare notes and chat the hour away.
The most insignificant people are the most apt to sneer at others. They are safe from reprisals. And have no hope of rising in their own self esteem but by lowering their neighbors.
As is our confidence, so is our capacity.
Do not quarrel with the world too soon; for, bad as it may be, it is the best we have to live in, here. If railing would have made it better, it would have been reformed long ago.
The way to secure success is to be more anxious about obtaining than about deserving it.
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