Joy is that kind of happiness that does not depend on what happens.

Real generosity toward the future lies in giving all to the present.

There is nothing stronger than a broken woman who has rebuilt herself.

I do not think it worth while to wait for enjoyment until there is some real opportunity for it.

The chief prevention against getting old is to remain astonished.

It is not enough to know your craft — you have to have feeling.

You can't live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you.

To go wrong in one's own way is better than to go right in someone else's.

Do not whine... Do not complain. Work harder. Spend more time alone.

A purpose of human life, no matter who is controlling it, is to love whoever is around to be loved.

Trifles make perfection, and perfection is no trifle.

You can't lead the people if you don't love the people. You can't save the people, if you don't serve the people.