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.
WILLIAM ARTHUR WARDThe pessimist borrows trouble; the optimists lend encouragement.
More William Arthur Ward Quotes
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A cloudy day is no match for a sunny disposition.
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Forgiveness from others is charity; from God, grace; from oneself, wisdom.
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Do more than be fair: be kind.
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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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Success never resides in the world of weak wishes, but in the palace of purposeful plans and prayerful persistence.
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The winner asks, “May I help?” The loser asks, “Do you expect me to do that?”
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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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I have the opportunity, once more to right some wrongs, to pray for peace, to plant some trees, and sing more joyful songs.
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Forgiveness is a funny thing. It warms the heart and cools the sting.
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A life lived without forgiveness is a prison.
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Raised voices lower esteem. Hot tempers cool friendships. Loose tongues stretch truth. Swelled heads shrink influence. Sharp words dull respect.
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Vow to be valiant. Resolve to be radiant. Determine to be dynamic. Strive to be sincere. Aspire to be attuned.
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There is one thing we can do better than anyone else: we can be ourselves.
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Nothing limits achievement like small thinking; nothing expands possibilities like unleashed imagination.
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Our greatest challenge-our greatest opportunity-is found in these words: ‘Choose ye this day.’
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