Trials, temptations, disappointments -- all these are helps instead of hindrances, if one uses them rightly. They not only test read more

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.

One forgets too easily the difference between a man and his image, and that there is none between the sound read more

One forgets too easily the difference between a man and his image, and that there is none between the sound of his voice on the screen and in real life.

Just because nobody complains doesn't mean all parachutes are perfect.

Just because nobody complains doesn't mean all parachutes are perfect.

I don't understand complicated problems. I only understand simple ones.

I don't understand complicated problems. I only understand simple ones.

No padlocks, bolts, or bars can secure a maiden better than her own reserve.

No padlocks, bolts, or bars can secure a maiden better than her own reserve.

In prosperity prepare for a change; in adversity hope for one.

In prosperity prepare for a change; in adversity hope for one.

To me the charm of an encyclopedia is that it knows and I needn't.

To me the charm of an encyclopedia is that it knows and I needn't.

I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.

I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.

If someone offers you a breath mint, accept it.

If someone offers you a breath mint, accept it.