The greatest ideas, the most profound thoughts, and the most beautiful poetry are born from the womb of silence

The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails.

A warm smile is the universal language of kindness.

Do more than belong: participate. Do more than care: help. Do more than believe: practice. Do more than be fair: be kind. Do more than forgive: forget. Do more than dream: work.

Opportunities are like sunrises. If you wait too long, you miss them.

The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.

Study while others are sleeping; work while others are loafing; prepare while others are playing; and dream while others are wishing.

When we seek to discover the best in others, we somehow bring out the best in ourselves.

Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.” —

Three enemies of personal peace: regret over yesterday’s mistakes, anxiety over tomorrow’s problems, and ingratitude for today’s blessings.

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.

Holy fu-" he starts then catches himself."Yes, this tithe will be most pleasing to her Goodness." Me and Magnus exchange amused glances.

Confidence in others' honesty is no light testimony of one's own integrity.

Violence is the quest for identity. When identity disappears with technological innovation violence is the natural recourse.

You will be courteous to your elders who have explored to the point from which you may advance; and helpful to your juniors who will progress farther by reason of your labors.

A boy on joining wants to begin Scouting right away.

Is there any such thing as wisdom not applied to life?

I do believe everything happens for a reason, and I’m extremely grateful for that day because it led me into this life!

Teenage boys cannot be trusted. Their intentions are not pure.

The parliament is the supreme decision-making and legislative body in any democracy. It reflects the collective desires of the citizens and makes laws.