Words, like tranquil waters behind a dam, can become reckless and uncontrollable torrents of destruction when released without caution and wisdom.
WILLIAM ARTHUR WARDForgiveness from others is charity; from God, grace; from oneself, wisdom.
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Forgiveness from others is charity; from God, grace; from oneself, wisdom.
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Encourage me, and I will not forget you.
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Our greatest challenge-our greatest opportunity-is found in these words: ‘Choose ye this day.’
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Flying off the handle sometimes causes hammers and humans to lose their heads, as well as their effectiveness.
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The greatest failure is the failure to try.
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Adversity causes some men to break; others to break records.
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Three keys to more abundant living: caring about others, daring for others, sharing with others.
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Friendship flourishes at the fountain of forgiveness.
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A friend is one who joyfully sings with you when you are on the mountaintop, and silently walks beside you through the valley.
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To the optimist all doors have handles and hinges; to the pessimist, all doors have locks and latches.
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Three enemies of personal peace: regret over yesterday’s mistakes, anxiety over tomorrow’s problems, and ingratitude for today’s blessings.
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To make mistakes is human; to stumble is commonplace; to be able to laugh at yourself is maturity.
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Everyone has a common, yet unique, responsibility to the future: to make the most of today.
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What you believe is more important than what you possess. What you live is more lasting than what you profess. Whom you inspire is more significant than whom you impress.
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Our words reveal our thoughts; our manners mirror our self-esteem; our actions reflect our character; our habits predict the future.
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