Those only are happy who have their minds fixed on some object other than their own happiness: on the happiness of others, on the improvement of mankind, even on some art or pursuit followed not as a means, but as itself an ideal end. Aiming at something else, they find happiness by the way. Great […]
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Those who would deny freedom to others deserve it not for themselves; and, under a just God, cannot long retain it. Great short quote and quotation by: Abraham Lincoln , 16th president of US (1809 – 1865)
Thoughtfulness for others, generosity, modesty, and self-respect are the qualities which make a real gentleman or lady. Great short quote and quotation by: Thomas Huxley ,
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Thousands of geniuses live and die undiscovered — either by themselves or by others. Great short quote and quotation by: Unknown , Quotations by unknown authors
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Thousands of geniuses live and die undiscovered – either by themselves or by others. Great short quote and quotation by: Mark Twain , US humorist, novelist, short story author, & wit (1835 – 1910)
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Time invested in improving ourselves cuts down on time wasted in disapproving of others. Great short quote and quotation by: Author Unknown ,
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To be exempt from the passions with which others are tormented, is the only pleasing solitude. Great short quote and quotation by: Joseph Addison , English essayist, poet, & politician (1672 – 1719)
To be feared is to fear: no one has been able to strike terror into others and at the same time enjoy peace of mind. Great short quote and quotation by: Seneca , Roman dramatist, philosopher, & politician (5 BC – 65 AD)
To conquer others is to have power, to conquer yourself is to know the way. Great short quote and quotation by: Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching ,
To have respect for ourselves guides our morals; and to have a deference for others governs our manners. Great short quote and quotation by: Lawrence Sterne , Irish novelist & satirist (1713 – 1768)
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