Some books seem to have been written, not to teach us anything, but to let us know that the author has known something.

Of the truly creative no one is ever master; it must be left to go its own way.

What is the true test of character unless it be its progressive development in the bustle and turmoil, in the action and reaction of daily life.

The person who in shaky times also wavers only increases the evil, but the person of firm decision fashions the universe.

Quite often, as life goes on, when we feel completely secure as we go on our way, we suddenly notice that we are trapped in error, that we have allowed ourselves to be taken in by individuals, by objects, have dreamt up an affinity with them which immediately vanishes before our waking eye; and yet we cannot tear ourselves away, held fast by some power that seems incomprehensible to us. Sometimes, however, we become fully aware and realize that error as well as truth can move and spur us on to action.

I don't know a greater advantage, than to appreciate the worth of an enemy.

How can we know ourselves? Never by reflection, but only through action. Begin at once to do your duty and immediately you will know what is inside you.