Aim at perfection in everything, though in most things it is unattainable. However, they who aim at it, and persevere, read more

Aim at perfection in everything, though in most things it is unattainable. However, they who aim at it, and persevere, will come much nearer to it than those whose laziness and despondency make them give it up as unattainable.

That's not a lie, it's a terminological inexactitude. Also, a tactical
misrepresentation.

That's not a lie, it's a terminological inexactitude. Also, a tactical
misrepresentation.

For peace of mind, resign as general manager of the universe.

For peace of mind, resign as general manager of the universe.

Do one thing every day that scares you.

Do one thing every day that scares you.

Live your life each day as you would climb a mountain. An occasional glance toward the summit keeps the goal read more

Live your life each day as you would climb a mountain. An occasional glance toward the summit keeps the goal in mind, but many beautiful scenes
are to be observed from each new vantage point. Climb slowly, steadily,
enjoying each passing moment; and the view from the summit will serve as a
fitting climax for the journey.

To love what you do and feel that it matters-how could anything be more
fun.

To love what you do and feel that it matters-how could anything be more
fun.

Once conform, once do what others do because they do it, and a kind of lethargy steals over all the read more

Once conform, once do what others do because they do it, and a kind of lethargy steals over all the finer senses of the soul.

Let the word go forth from this time and place, to friend and foe alike, that the torch has been read more

Let the word go forth from this time and place, to friend and foe alike, that the torch has been passed to a new generation of Americans -- born in this century, tempered by war, disciplined by a hard and bitter peace.

In helping others, we shall help ourselves, for whatever good we give out
completes the circle and comes back to read more

In helping others, we shall help ourselves, for whatever good we give out
completes the circle and comes back to us.