Great Throughts Treasury

"Build your reputation by helping other people build theirs."

"Just because something is tradition doesn't make it right."

"Happiness is not a station you arrive at, but a manner of traveling."

"Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow."

"Never let your persistence and passion turn into stubbornness and ignorance."

"Reality doesn't bite, rather our perception of reality bites."

"Smile, it is the key that fits the lock of everybody's heart."

"The greatest gift that you can give yourself is a little bit of your own attention."

"When you're young, try to be realistic; as you get older, become idealistic. You'll live longer."

"The most important things in life aren't things."

"Transcend political correctness and strive for human righteousness."

"Without a sense of caring, there can be no sense of community."

"You can learn a lot from people who view the world differently than you do."

"You don't have to hold a position in order to be a leader."

"You must first get along with yourself before you can get along with others."