It is not the truth that a man possesses, or believes that he possesses, but the earnest effort which he puts forward to reach the truth, which constitutes the worth of a man. For it is not by the possession, but the search after truth that he enlarges his power, wherein alone consists his ever-increasing perfection.
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Instead of being concerned that you have no office, be concerned to think how you may fit yourself for office. Instead of being concerned that you are not known, seek to be worthy of being known.
The most distinguishing feature of winners is their intensity of purpose.
The most distinguishing feature of winners is their intensity of purpose.
The character ethic, which I believe to be the foundation of
success, teaches that there are basic principles of effective read more
The character ethic, which I believe to be the foundation of
success, teaches that there are basic principles of effective living, and
that people can only experience true success and enduring happiness as
they learn and integrate these principles into their basic character.
I never wanted to be famous. I only wanted to be great.
I never wanted to be famous. I only wanted to be great.
The controlled person is a powerful person. He who always keeps his
head will get ahead.
The controlled person is a powerful person. He who always keeps his
head will get ahead.
Telling someone the truth is a loving act.
Telling someone the truth is a loving act.
One should use praise to recognize what one is not.
One should use praise to recognize what one is not.
Writing is turning one's worst moments into money.
Writing is turning one's worst moments into money.
Life is a great surprise. I don't see why death should not be an even
greater one.
Life is a great surprise. I don't see why death should not be an even
greater one.
