Many persons have a wrong idea of what constitutes true happiness. It is not attained through self-gratification but through fidelity to a worthy purpose.
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Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.
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Joy is the holy fire that keeps our purpose warm and our intelligence aglow.
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I do not want the peace which passeth understanding, I want the understanding which bringeth peace.
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The most pathetic person in the world is someone who has sight, but has no vision.
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My share of the work may be limited, but the fact that it is work makes it precious.
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