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Our frustration is greater when we have much and want more than when we have nothing and want some. We read more
Our frustration is greater when we have much and want more than when we have nothing and want some. We are less dissatisfied when we lack many things than when we seem to lack but one thing.
It is easier to discover a deficiency in individuals, in states, and in Providence, than to see their real import read more
It is easier to discover a deficiency in individuals, in states, and in Providence, than to see their real import and value.
Sin in this country has been always said to be rather calculating than impulsive.
Sin in this country has been always said to be rather calculating than impulsive.
Anger is never without an argument, but seldom with a good one.
Anger is never without an argument, but seldom with a good one.
Calamity is man's true touchstone.
Calamity is man's true touchstone.
People have a natural tendency to flee to the mountains when things get tough.
People have a natural tendency to flee to the mountains when things get tough.
If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything.
If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything.
There are two ways of meeting difficulties: you alter the difficulties or you alter yourself meeting them.
There are two ways of meeting difficulties: you alter the difficulties or you alter yourself meeting them.
Always keep your composure. You can't score from the penalty box; and to win, you have to score.
Always keep your composure. You can't score from the penalty box; and to win, you have to score.