Self-confidence is either a petty pride in our own narrowness, or the realization of our duty and privilege as God's read more

Self-confidence is either a petty pride in our own narrowness, or the realization of our duty and privilege as God's children.

A little birdie flew overhead a traffic light of green and red.
From her diagonal point of view she saw read more

A little birdie flew overhead a traffic light of green and red.
From her diagonal point of view she saw both crimson and lime hue. Obey traffic rules? Birdies need not. Masters listen only
to the inner voice of God.

People who have given us their complete confidence believe that they have a right to ours. The inference is false, read more

People who have given us their complete confidence believe that they have a right to ours. The inference is false, a gift confers no rights.

All you need in this life is ignorance and confidence, and then success is sure.

All you need in this life is ignorance and confidence, and then success is sure.

A timid question will always receive a confident answer.

A timid question will always receive a confident answer.

Assurance is two-thirds of success.

Assurance is two-thirds of success.

Don't let life discourage you; everyone who got where he is had to begin where he was.

Don't let life discourage you; everyone who got where he is had to begin where he was.

Confidence and courage come through preparation and practice.

Confidence and courage come through preparation and practice.

I am, indeed, a king, because I know how to rule myself.

I am, indeed, a king, because I know how to rule myself.