The great essentials of happiness are: something to do,something to love and something to hope for.

The means by which we live have outdistanced the ends forwhich we live. Our scientific power has outrun our spiritual power. We haveguided missiles and misguided men.

Far better to think historically, to remember the lessonsof the past. Thus, far better to conceive of power as consisting in part ofthe knowledge of when not to use all the power you have. Far better to be onewho knows that if you reserve the power not to

Difficultiesare meant to rouse, not discourage. The human spirit is to grow strong byconflict.

Self-trust is the first secret of success.

Conscience is the frame of character, love is the covering for it.

The pessimistsees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees opportunity in everydifficulty.

There arealways two forces warring against each other within us.

Comedy is an escape, not from the truth but from despair; a narrow escape into faith.

Don'tclose the barn door after the horse runs away.

It's whenyou're safe at home that you wish you were having an adventure. When you'rehaving an adventure you wish you were safe at home.

Personal appearance is looking the best you can for the money.