Real optimism sees the negatives but accentuates the positive.

A pinch of praise is worth a pound of scorn. A dash of encouragement is more helpful than a dipper of pessimism. A cup of kindness is better than a cupboard of criticism.

Giving is more than a responsibility-it is a privilege; more than an act of obedience-it is evidence of our faith.

'If only' is the excuse of the loser; 'I can' is the affirmation of the winner.

Three keys to more abundant living: caring about others, daring for others, sharing with others.

Everyone has a common, yet unique, responsibility to the future: to make the most of today.

Our greatest challenge-our greatest opportunity-is found in these words: 'Choose ye this day....'.