Praise is like sunlight to the warm human spirit; we cannot flower and grow without it. And yet, while most of us are only too ready to apply to others the cold wind of criticism, we are somehow reluctant to give our fellow the warm sunshine of praise.

One can win the attention and time and cooperation of even the most sought-after people by becoming genuinely interested in them.

Remember that other people may be totally wrong. But they don't think so. Don't condemn them. Any fool can do that. Try to understand them. Only wise, tolerant, exceptional people even try to do that.

Flaming enthusiasm, backed up by horse sense and persistence, is the quality that most frequently makes for success.

People do things for "their" reasons, not ours. So find their reasons.

There are always three speeches, for every one you actually gave. The one you practiced, the one you gave, and the one you wish you gave.

Today is life-the only life you are sure of. Make the most of today. Get interested in something. Shake yourself awake. Develop a hobby. Let the winds of enthusiasm sweep through you. Live today with gusto.