To the optimist all doors have handles and hinges; to the pessimist, all doors have locks and latches.
WILLIAM ARTHUR WARDDo more than believe: practice.
More William Arthur Ward Quotes
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There is one thing we can do better than anyone else: we can be ourselves.
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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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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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To make mistakes is human; to stumble is commonplace; to be able to laugh at yourself is maturity.
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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 adventure of life is to learn.
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Do more than be fair: be kind.
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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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Forgiveness from others is charity; from God, grace; from oneself, wisdom.
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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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A true friend knows your weaknesses but shows you your strenghs; feels your fears but fortifies your faith; sees your anxieties but frees your spirit; recognizes your disabilities but emphasizes your possibilities.
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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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Blessed is the person who sees the need, recognizes the responsibility, and actively becomes the answer.
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Words, like tranquil waters behind a dam, can become reckless and uncontrollable torrents of destruction when released without caution and wisdom.
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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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