Trials, temptations, disappointments -- all these are helps instead of hindrances, if one uses them rightly. They not only test the fiber of character but strengthen it. Every conquering temptation represents a new fund of moral energy. Every trial endured and weathered in the right spirit makes a soul nobler and stronger than it was before.
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Life is truly known only to those who suffer, lose, endure adversity and stumble from defeat to defeat.
Life is truly known only to those who suffer, lose, endure adversity and stumble from defeat to defeat.
Intelligence is nothing without delight.
Intelligence is nothing without delight.
What is the recipe for successful achievement? To my mind there are just four essential ingredients: Choose a career you read more
What is the recipe for successful achievement? To my mind there are just four essential ingredients: Choose a career you love, give it the best there is in you, seize your opportunities, and be a member of the team.
Do unto others as you would have others do unto you. [Matthew 7:120].
Do unto others as you would have others do unto you. [Matthew 7:120].
A scholar who cherishes the love of comfort is not fit to be deemed a scholar.
A scholar who cherishes the love of comfort is not fit to be deemed a scholar.
Don't be afraid of the space between your dreams and reality. If you can dream it, you can make it read more
Don't be afraid of the space between your dreams and reality. If you can dream it, you can make it so.
Fools take to themselves the respect that is given to their office.
Fools take to themselves the respect that is given to their office.
Stubbornness does have its helpful features. You always know what you're going to be thinking tomorrow.
Stubbornness does have its helpful features. You always know what you're going to be thinking tomorrow.
If you tell the truth, you don't have to remember anything.
If you tell the truth, you don't have to remember anything.
