To bear defeat with dignity, to accept criticism with poise, to receive honors with humility – these are marks of maturity and graciousness.
WILLIAM ARTHUR WARDSuccess never resides in the world of weak wishes, but in the palace of purposeful plans and prayerful persistence.
More William Arthur Ward Quotes
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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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Encourage me, and I will not forget you.
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A friend is one with whom you are comfortable, to whom you are loyal, through whom you are blessed, and for whom you are grateful.
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‘If only’ is the excuse of the loser; ‘I can’ is the affirmation of the winner.
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Opportunities are like sunrises. If you wait too long, you miss them.
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The adventure of life is to learn.
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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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Do more than believe: practice.
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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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The winner asks, “May I help?” The loser asks, “Do you expect me to do that?”
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Flatter me, and I may not believe you. Criticize me, and I may not like you. Ignore me, and I may not forgive you. Encourage me, and I will not forget you. Love me and I may be forced to love you.
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The optimist pleasantly ponders how high his kite will fly; the pessimist woefully wonders how soon his kite will fall.
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Real optimism sees the negatives but accentuates the positive.
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Today is a most unusual day, because we have never lived it before; we will never live it again; it is the only day we have.
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The more patient we are, the more understanding we become.
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