If you have assumed a character above your strength, you have both acted in this matter in an unbecoming way, and you have neglected that which you might have fulfilled.

No great thing is created suddenly. There must be time. Give your best and always be kind.

Be not swept off your feet by the vividness of the impression, but say, "Impression, wait for me a little. Let me see what you are and what you represent. Let me try you."

Any one thing in the creation is sufficient to demonstrate a Providence to a humble and grateful mind.

In prosperity it is very easy to find a friend; but in adversity it is the most difficult of all things.

The two powers which in my opinion constitute a wise man are those of bearing and forbearing.

The best place to get help is from yourself.