It is always during a passing state of mind that we make lasting resolutions.

It is always during a passing state of mind that we make lasting resolutions.

In life's small things be resolute and great
To keep thy muscle trained: knowst thou when Fate
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In life's small things be resolute and great
To keep thy muscle trained: knowst thou when Fate
Thy measure takes, or when she'll say to thee,
"I find thee worthy; do this deed for me?"

I wish that men were as resolute as women

I wish that men were as resolute as women

The man who will not execute his resolutions when they are fresh upon him can have no hope from them read more

The man who will not execute his resolutions when they are fresh upon him can have no hope from them afterwards; they will be dissipated, lost and perish in the hurry and scurry of the world, or sunk in the slough of indolence

Clothe with life the weak intent, let me be the thing I meant.

Clothe with life the weak intent, let me be the thing I meant.

The block of granite which is an obstacle in the pathway of the weak, becomes a stepping-stone in the pathway read more

The block of granite which is an obstacle in the pathway of the weak, becomes a stepping-stone in the pathway of the strong.

Nor cast one longing, ling'ring look behind.

Nor cast one longing, ling'ring look behind.

Resolve and thou art free.

Resolve and thou art free.

Making resolutions is a cleansing ritual of self-assessment and repentance that demands personal honesty and, ultimately, reinforces humility. Breaking them read more

Making resolutions is a cleansing ritual of self-assessment and repentance that demands personal honesty and, ultimately, reinforces humility. Breaking them is part of the cycle.