The optimist pleasantly ponders how high his kite will fly; the pessimist woefully wonders how soon his kite will fall.
WILLIAM ARTHUR WARDSuccess never resides in the world of weak wishes, but in the palace of purposeful plans and prayerful persistence.
More William Arthur Ward Quotes
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Everyone has a common, yet unique, responsibility to the future: to make the most of today.
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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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To make mistakes is human; to stumble is commonplace; to be able to laugh at yourself is maturity.
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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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It is wise to direct your anger towards problems – not people; to focus your energies on answers – not excuses.
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Friendship flourishes at the fountain of forgiveness.
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Enthusiasm is the match that lights the candle of achievement.
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Forgiveness from others is charity; from God, grace; from oneself, wisdom.
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Optimists enrich the present, enhance the future, challenge the improbable and attain the impossible.
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We can learn much from wise words, little from wisecracks, and less from wise guys.
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Real optimism is aware of problems but recognizes the solutions.
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Blessed is the person who sees the need, recognizes the responsibility, and actively becomes the answer.
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A complaining tongue reveals an ungrateful heart.
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The pessimist borrows trouble; the optimists lend encouragement.
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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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