A man may act as his conscience dictates so long as he does not infringe upon the rights of others. That is the spirit of true democracy, and all government by the Priesthood should be actuated by that same high motive.

The basis of all sin is selfishness.

Anger itself does more harm than the condition which aroused anger.

… The most worthy calling in life is that in which man can serve best his fellow man. … The noblest aim in life is to strive to live to make other lives better and happier.

Next to the bestowal of life itself, the right to direct that life is God's greatest gift to man.

A girl who sacrifices self-respect for social popularity debases true womanhood. A spotless character, founded upon the ability to say "no" in the presence of those who mock and jeer, wins the respect and love of men and women whose opinion is most worthwhile.

The true purpose of life is the perfection of humanity through individual effort, under the guidance of God's inspiration.