Criticism and pessimism destroy families, undermine institutions of all kinds, defeat nearly everyone, and spread a shroud of gloom over entire nations.
GORDON B. HINCKLEYWe seldom get into trouble when we speak softly. It is only when we raise our voices that the sparks fly and tiny molehills become great mountains of contention.
More Gordon B. Hinckley Quotes
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Father forgive us, for we do not what we know.
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The course of our lives is not determined by great, awesome decisions. Our direction is set by the little day-to-day choices which chart the track on which we run.
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You can be smart and happy or stupid and miserable. It’s your choice
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Our lives are the only meaningful expression of what we believe and in Whom we believe. And the only real wealth, for any of us, lies in our faith.
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You are doing the best you can, and that best results in good to yourself and to others. Do not nag yourself with a sense of failure. Get on your knees and ask for the blessings of the Lord;then stand on your feet and do what you are asked to do.
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Faith in something greater than ourselves enables us to do what we have said we’ll do, to press forward when we are tired or hurt or afraid, to keep going when the challenge seems overwhelming and the course is entirely uncertain.
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Women who make a house a home make a far greater contribution to society than those who command large armies or stand at the head of impressive corporations.
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Never assume that you can make it alone. You need the help of the Lord. Never hesitate to get on your knees in some private place and speak with Him.
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We are creatures of our thinking. We can talk ourselves into defeat or we can talk ourselves into victory.
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Gratitude creates the most wonderful feeling. It can resolve disputes. It can strengthen friendships. And it makes us better men and women.
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The truest mark of your success in life will be the quality of your marriage.
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You have not failed until you quit trying.
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Do not let fear overcome your efforts.
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You can’t plow a field simply by turning it over in your mind.
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He who lives only unto himself withers and dies, while he who forgets himself in the service of others grows and blossoms.
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