Those who decide to use leisure as a means of mental development, who love good music, good books, good pictures, good plays, good company, good conversation - what are they? They are the happiest people in the world.

The principle of happiness should be like the principle of virtue: it should not be dependent of things, but be a part of personality [and character].

Every time you acquire a new interest, even more, a new accomplishment, you increase your power of life.

The greatest of all the arts is the art of living together!

Marriage is a fine and sacred thing if you make it so.

Those who decide to use leisure as a means of mental development, who love good music, good books, good pictures, good plays, good company, good conversation - what are they? They are the happiest people in the world.

Herein lies the real value of education. Advanced education may or may not make men and women more efficient; but it enriches personality, increases the wealth of the mind, and hence brings happiness.