Principles are like seeds; they are little things which do much good, if the mind that receives them has the right attitudes.

It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare; it is because we do not dare that things are difficult

A sword by itself does not slay; it is merely the weapon used by the slayer.

The important thing about a problem is not its solution, but the strength we gain in finding the solution

Don't stumble over something behind you.

We become wiser by adversity; prosperity destroys our appreciation of the right.

Great men rejoice in adversity, just as brave soldiers triumph in war.

When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy.

There in no one more unfortunate than the man who has never been unfortunate. for it has never been in his power to try himself.

It's all in your headJ you have the power to make things seem hard or easy or even amusing. The choice is yours.

Death is the wish of some, the relief of many, and the end of all.

Intelligence and perserverance cannot defeat the purpose of popularity because it can describe a trait of a successful person who is prominent.

You will never experience personal growth, if you fear taking chances. And, you will never become successful, if you operate without integrity.

Fairness is one of the most significant traits in wisdom, the fairer you are, the wiser you become.

I know that my race must change.

You'll see some great performances [in Fences]. And I'm not just saying that because I directed it either! You'll see!

Are all your stars shining?

Life for the Christian is a dialogue with God.

It's important to just kind of get away from your sport until you miss it. It's about taking time to enjoy other aspects of life or learn new things. It helps rejuvenate.

And where the rewards for merit are greatest, there are found the best citizens.

I didn't even like white wine. Then I tasted it and bought a case. It was the first case of any wine I'd ever bought.