The admiration of power in others is as common to man as the love of it in himself; the one makes him a tyrant, the other a slave.

The love of liberty is the love of others; the love of power is the love of ourselves.

A gentle word, a kind look, a good-natured smile can work wonders and accomplish miracles.

Grace has been defined as the outward expression of the inward harmony of the soul.

Do not keep on with a mockery of friendship after the substance is gone - but part, while you can part friends. Bury the carcass of friendship: it is not worth embalming.

There is no prejudice so strong as that which arises from a fancied exemption from all prejudice.

Those who are at war with others are not at peace with themselves.

The more we do, the more we can do; the more busy we are, the more leisure we have.

Fashion is gentility running away from vulgarity and afraid of being overtaken

I'm not smart, but I like to observe. Millions saw the apple fall, but Newton was the one who asked why.

We are very much what others think of us. The reception our observations meet with gives us courage to proceed, or damps our efforts.

In short, the difference between you and your doctor is that he has a well-designed reputation and you do not.

Even the respectable have a small anarchist hidden on the inside.

How do you design it so that people can form a space of their own, and feel quiet and contemplative?

It is important to democratize personal genetics and make it more accessible.

We all have a role to play - the President, Congress, parents, students and schools - in making college affordable and keeping the middle class dream alive.

I don't think there would be any pressure playing for my hometown team. It would be fun. I'd just do the same thing I did before and build on it.

You need have no dull hours if you are a sincere lover of books.

It seems that the truth is needed today is always a lie by tomorrow.

Always stay focused. Always give and try your best.

I have too many flaws to be perfect. But i have too many blessings to be ungrateful.