To bear defeat with dignity, to accept criticism with poise, to receive honors with humility – these are marks of maturity and graciousness.
WILLIAM ARTHUR WARDFlying off the handle sometimes causes hammers and humans to lose their heads, as well as their effectiveness.
More William Arthur Ward Quotes
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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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A cloudy day is no match for a sunny disposition.
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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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Curiosity is the wick in the candle of learning.
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Study while others are sleeping; work while others are loafing; prepare while others are playing; and dream while others are wishing.
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Real optimism is aware of problems but recognizes the solutions.
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The greatest ideas, the most profound thoughts, and the most beautiful poetry are born from the womb of silence.
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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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The adventure of life is to learn.
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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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Flying off the handle sometimes causes hammers and humans to lose their heads, as well as their effectiveness.
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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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Enthusiasm is the match that lights the candle of achievement.
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Friendship flourishes at the fountain of forgiveness.
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A life lived without forgiveness is a prison.
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