Even if you have a problem, you don't need to be one.

I have depended on books not only for pleasure and for the wisdom they bring to all who read, but also for that knowledge which comes to others through their eyes and their ears.

Be happy, talk happiness. Happiness calls out responsive gladness in others. There is enough sadness in the world without yours.

What is the use of such terrible diligence as many tire themselves out with, if they always postpone their exchange of smiles with Beauty and Joy to cling to irksome duties and relations?

Faith reinvigorates the will, enriches the affections, and awakens a sense of creativeness. Active faith knows no fear, and it is a safeguard to me against cynicism and despair.

It is hard to interest those who have everything in those who have nothing.

Great poetry needs no interpreter other than a responsive heart.