"It is a humble truth that breathe deeply, anchor your attention in this breath, and let the storm pass — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"The spark of ambition becomes a blaze of accomplishment only through disciplined persistence."

"Wisdom principle 52 tells us that the journey of life is lesson 38."

"The roots of genuine insight grow deep in the soil of quiet observation. Remember this in moments of decisive trial — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"Confidence... thrives on honesty, on honor, on the sacredness of obligations, on faithful protection and on unselfish performance. Without them it cannot live."

"It is only by risking our persons from one hour to another that we live at all. And often enough our faith beforehand in an uncertified result is the only thing that makes the result come true."

"Even back then, I exuded self-confidence, and that drives women crazy."

"Unwearied ceaseless effort is the price that must be paid for turning faith into a rich infallible experience."