Instead of comparing our lot with that of those who are more fortunate than we are, we should compare it with the lot of the great majority of our fellow men. It then appears that we are among the privileged.
The world is moved not only by the mighty shoves of the heroes, but also by the aggregate of the tiny pushes of each honest worker.
Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.
Joy is the holy fire that keeps our purpose warm and our intelligence aglow.
I do not want the peace which passeth understanding, I want the understanding which bringeth peace.
The most pathetic person in the world is someone who has sight, but has no vision.