This is a proof of a well-trained mind, to rejoice in what is
good and to grieve at the read more

This is a proof of a well-trained mind, to rejoice in what is
good and to grieve at the opposite.
[Lat., Ergo hoc proprium est animi bene constituti, et laetari
bonis rebus, et dolere contrariis.]

Mere goodness can achieve little against the power of nature.

Mere goodness can achieve little against the power of nature.

Goodness is the only investment that never fails.

Goodness is the only investment that never fails.

One may not doubt that, somehow Good
Shall come of Water and of Mud;
And sure, the read more

One may not doubt that, somehow Good
Shall come of Water and of Mud;
And sure, the reverent eye must see
A purpose in Liquidity.

Goodness speaks in a whisper, evil shouts

Goodness speaks in a whisper, evil shouts

Doing good,
Disinterested good, is not our trade.

Doing good,
Disinterested good, is not our trade.

There are two types of people in this world, good and bad. The good sleep better, but the bad seem read more

There are two types of people in this world, good and bad. The good sleep better, but the bad seem to enjoy the waking hours much more.

If you pretend to be good, the world takes you very seriously. If you pretend to be bad, it doesn't. read more

If you pretend to be good, the world takes you very seriously. If you pretend to be bad, it doesn't. Such is the astounding stupidity of optimism.

I've often said, the only thing standing between me and greatness is me

I've often said, the only thing standing between me and greatness is me