Nothing in human nature is so God-like as the disposition to do good to our fellow-creatures.
Samuel RichardsonThose commands of superiors which are contrary to our first duties are not to be obeyed.
Samuel RichardsonAn acquaintance with the muses, in the education of youth, contributes not a little to soften manners. It gives a delicate turn to the imagination and a polish to the mind.
Samuel RichardsonWe have nothing to do, but to choose what is right, to be steady in the pursuit of it, and leave the issue to Providence.
Samuel RichardsonWhy Do We Procrastinate? P - postponing life R - resisting change O - overly cautious C - contemplating course of action R - reasoning and justifying A - afraid of success S - summoning up some courage T - trouble moving forward I - inability to see the outcome N - not able to trust in your abilities to make decisions A - attempting to control the situation T - time to reflect on your motives E - erodes progress
Samuel Richardson