Success never resides in the world of weak wishes, but in the palace of purposeful plans and prayerful persistence.
WILLIAM ARTHUR WARDForgiveness from others is charity; from God, grace; from oneself, wisdom.
More William Arthur Ward Quotes
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In the face of unjust criticism we can become bitter or better; upset or understanding; hostile or humble; furious or forgiving.
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A cloudy day is no match for a sunny disposition.
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It is wise to direct your anger towards problems – not people; to focus your energies on answers – not excuses.
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The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.
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There is one thing we can do better than anyone else: we can be ourselves.
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A pinch of praise is worth a pound of scorn. A dash of encouragement is more helpful than a dipper of pessimism. A cup of kindness is better than a cupboard of criticism.
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Failure is delay, but not defeat. It is a temporary detour, not a dead-end street.
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Greatness is not found in possessions, power, position, or prestige. It is discovered in goodness, humility, service, and character.
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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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Flying off the handle sometimes causes hammers and humans to lose their heads, as well as their effectiveness.
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Man, like the bridge, was designed to carry the load of the moment, not the combined weight of a year at once.
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The more patient we are, the more understanding we become.
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Our greatest challenge-our greatest opportunity-is found in these words: ‘Choose ye this day.’
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The more we count the blessings we have, the less we crave the luxuries we haven’t.
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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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