“Remember that there is nothing stable in human affairs; therefore
avoid undue elation in prosperity, or undue depression in adversity.” Socrates

“Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.”  Abraham Lincoln

“The words that enlighten the soul are more precious than jewels.” Hazrat Inayat Khan

“Just because you are blind, and unable to see my beauty doesn’t mean it does not exist.” Margaret Cho

“Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear – not absence of fear.” Mark Twain

“Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.” Benjamin Franklin