Flying off the handle sometimes causes hammers and humans to lose their heads, as well as their effectiveness.
WILLIAM ARTHUR WARDTo bear defeat with dignity, to accept criticism with poise, to receive honors with humility – these are marks of maturity and graciousness.
More William Arthur Ward Quotes
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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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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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Do more than be fair: be kind.
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Enthusiasm is the match that lights the candle of achievement.
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We can learn much from wise words, little from wisecracks, and less from wise guys.
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Forgiveness is a funny thing. It warms the heart and cools the sting.
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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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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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Greatness is not found in possessions, power, position, or prestige. It is discovered in goodness, humility, service, and character.
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Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.
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The essence of life is to care. The beauty of life is to give.
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When we seek to discover the best in others, we somehow bring out the best in ourselves.
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The pessimist borrows trouble; the optimists lend encouragement.
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Faith is knowing there is an ocean because you have seen a brook.
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The winner asks, “May I help?” The loser asks, “Do you expect me to do that?”
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