The finest piece of mechanism in all the universe is the brain of man. The wise person develops his brain, and opens his mind to the genius and spirit of the world's great ideas. He will feel inspired with the purest and noblest thoughts that have ever animated the spirit of humanity.

Your life will be no better than the plans you make and the action you take. You are the architect and builder of your own life, fortune, destiny.

The only calendar I need is just outside my window. With eyes to see and ears to hear, nature keeps me posted.

Don't dodge difficulties; meet them, greet them, beat them. All great men have been through the wringer.

The main source of our wealth is goodness. The affections and the generous qualities that God admires in a world full of greed.

Do not confuse motion and progress. A rocking horse keeps moving but does not make any progress.

It is foolish to wait for your ship to come in unless you have sent one out.