In view of the fact that in any future world war nuclear weapons will certainly be employed, and that such weapons threaten the continued existence of mankind, we urge the governments of the world to realize, and to acknowledge publicly, that their purpose cannot be furthered by a world war, and we urge them, consequently, to find peaceful means for the settlement of all matters of dispute between them.

Americans need rest, but do not know it.

Curious learning not only makes unpleasant things less unpleasant but also makes pleasant things more pleasant.

In the ordinary business of life punctuality is . . . necessary.

Thought is merciless to privilege, established institutions, and comfortable habit.

A truer image of the world, I think, is obtained by picturing things as entering into the stream of time from an eternal world outside, than from a view which regards time as the devouring tyrant of all that is.

Escape from boredom is one of the really powerful desires of almost all human beings.