The majority of mankind always has been and always will be composed of imbeciles.

Undernormal conditions, most people tend to see what they want to see, hear what theywant to hear, and do what they want to do; in conflicts, their positionsbecome even more rigid and fixed.

you cannot build character and courage by taking away man's initiatives and independence.

There are three ways of bearing ills of life: by indifference, by philosophy, and by religion.

Onemight as well try to ride two horses moving in different directions, as totry to maintain in equal force two opposing or contradictory sets of desires.

Nevercut what you can untie.

Whenyou plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don't blame the lettuce. Youlook for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water,or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet if we have problems with ourfriends or our family,

To be preparedis half the victory.

The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet.

Sometimesyou have to be silent to be heard.

All excellent things are as difficult as they are rare

Chances happens to all, but to turn chance to reality is the gift of the few.