The price of excellence is discipline. The cost of mediocrity is disappointment.

The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails.

Empathy feels these thoughts; your hurt is in my heart, your loss is in my prayers, your sorrow is in my soul, and your tears are in my eyes.

Three enemies of personal peace: regret over yesterday’s mistakes, anxiety over tomorrow’s problems, and ingratitude for today’s blessings.

A complaining tongue reveals an ungrateful heart.

Real and lasting generosity requires that a person do more than make up his mind to give. He must also make up his heart.

A mediocre music teacher tells. A good music teacher explains. A superior music teacher demonstrates. A great music teacher inspires.