“Let the adverse breath of criticism be to you only what the blast of the storm wind is to the eagle,—a force against him that lifts him higher.”
― How to Succeed or, Stepping-Stones to Fame and Fortune
― How to Succeed or, Stepping-Stones to Fame and Fortune
“It is said that "long livers are great hopers." If you keep your hope bright in spite of discouragements, and meet all difficulties with a cheerful face, it will be very difficult for age to trace its furrows on your brow. There is longevity in cheerfulness.”
― The Joys of Living
― The Joys of Living
“Fun is the cheapest and best medicine in the world for your children as well as for yourself. Give it to them in good large doses. It will not only save you doctors' bills, but it will also help to make your children happier, and will improve their chances in life.”
― The Joys of Living
― The Joys of Living
“Why do we allow the mirage of to-morrow to keep our eyes from the beauties of to-day?”
― The Joys of Living
― The Joys of Living
“Why do we allow anticipated joys to blind us to those that are close by”
― The Joys of Living
― The Joys of Living
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