To be a priest, writes Barbara Brown Taylor, is to know that things are not as they should be and yet to care for them the way they are.38
A homely face does not guarantee a homely character. Appearance is the body, character is the spirit, and the soul bears the most vital qualities.
Success is hard, rewards are scant and the glory not always there.
Let me tell you the secret that has led me to my goal. My strength lies solely in my tenacity.
Kindness is universal. Sometimes being kind allows others to see the goodness in humanity through you. Always be kinder than necessary.
I became an artist because I wanted to be an active participant in the conversation about art.
Focus your attention on the quality of your words, and not the quantity, because few sensible talks attracts millions of listeners more than a thousand gibberish.
It's great that people are basically spending their two weeks of vacation to come out and be with us in some weird part of the world. And I think we owe it to them to take 'em to some cool places.
An average man is egoistic, proud and has strong self esteem. They always require partners who massage their ego not those who will drag their ego to the mud.
If you want to feel the sunshine, change position!
He who dares not offend cannot be honest.