In this life we get only those things for which we hunt, for which we strive, and for which we are willing to sacrifice.
Learn to keep the door shut, keep out of your mind and out of your world every element that seeks admittance with no definite helpful end in view.
There is no such thing as a “self-made” man. We are made up of thousands of others. Everyone who has ever done a kind deed for us, or spoken one word of encouragement to us, has entered into the make-up of our character and of our thoughts, as well as our success.
Each day can be one of triumph if you keep up your interests.
We can accomplish almost anything within our ability if we but think we can.
The further you get from nature, the less happy you are; and the nearer, the more exultant you become over the world and all that there is in it.
He climbs highest who helps another up.
Enthusiasm is a kind of faith that has been set afire.
What you think means more than anything else in your life.
Let us remember that the Christmas heart is a giving heart, a wide open heart that thinks of others first.
If you have nothing to do, look at yourself and see if there isn’t something close at hand that you can improve. It may make you wealthy, although it is more likely it will make you happy.