For a long time it has seemed to me that life was about to begin; Real
life. But there was read more

For a long time it has seemed to me that life was about to begin; Real
life. But there was always some obstacle in the way, something to be got
through first, some unfinished business, time still to be served, a debt
to be paid. Then life would begin. At last it dawned on me that these
obstacles were my life.

Good character is more to be praised than outstanding talent. Most talents
are, to some extent, a gift. Good character, read more

Good character is more to be praised than outstanding talent. Most talents
are, to some extent, a gift. Good character, by contrast, is not given to
us. We have to build it piece by piece-by thought, choice, courage and
determination.

Example is not the main thing in influencing others. It is the only
thing.

Example is not the main thing in influencing others. It is the only
thing.

Praying without ceasing is not ritualized, nor are there even words. It
is a constant state of awareness of oneness read more

Praying without ceasing is not ritualized, nor are there even words. It
is a constant state of awareness of oneness with God.

I do not fear failure. I only fear the "slowing up" of the
engine inside of me which is pounding, read more

I do not fear failure. I only fear the "slowing up" of the
engine inside of me which is pounding, saying, "keep going, someone
must be on top, why not you?".

Believe it can be done. When you believe something can be done, really
believe, your mind will find the ways read more

Believe it can be done. When you believe something can be done, really
believe, your mind will find the ways to do it. Believing a solution paves
the way to solution.

Keep your eyes on the stars, and your feet on the ground.

Keep your eyes on the stars, and your feet on the ground.

The first principle of ethical power is Purpose... By purpose, I
don't mean your objective or intention-something toward which you read more

The first principle of ethical power is Purpose... By purpose, I
don't mean your objective or intention-something toward which you are
always striving. Purpose is something bigger. It is the picture you have
of yourself-the kind of person you want to be or the kind of life you want
to lead.

Compassion is no substitute for justice.

Compassion is no substitute for justice.