Quotes on “Gratitude”
Gratitude …begins by recognizing every benefit I have received, and then acts to appreciate consciously those benefits and express thankfulness for them in words followed by deeds of appreciation. “Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance,
Quotes on “Honesty”
Honesty …begins by giving thoughtful attention to understanding what reality is in the situation, and then acts to avoid any slightest attempt in word or deed to deceive others about the reality for even a moment. “Honesty is the cornerstone of all success, without which confidence and ability to
Quotes on “Integrity”
Integrity …begins by understanding the need for consistent oneness in every area of life: spiritual, mental, physical, and emotional; and then acts to ensure that such unbroken completeness is always true of me. “Nothing more completely baffles one who is full of tricks and duplicity than straight forward and simple
Quotes on “Kindness”
Kindness …begins by observing and recognizing the needs of others, and then acts to meet whatever needs it is able to meet, with no strings attached and no expectation of any kind of return. “There is no sickness worse for me than words that to be kind must lie.” Aeschylus
Quotes on “Love”
Love …begins by seeking to understand as completely as possible the person who is the object of my love, and then acts to do what is in the best interests of that individual, even when my actions may appear unkind. “What does love look like? It has the hands to
Quotes on “Loyalty”
Loyalty …begins by understanding to whom and to what I owe my allegiance or faithfulness, and then acts to remain faithful and true, firm in all of my affections and promises. “Loyalty is still the same, whether it win or lose the game; true as a dial to the
Quotes on “Patience”
Patience …begins by feeling the pain of suffering, the emotional upheaval of adversity or anger, and then acts to take charge of those feelings and keep myself under control. “Our real blessings often appear to us in the shape of pains, losses and disappointments; but let us have patience and
Quotes on “Peace/Peacefulness”
Peacefulness …begins by recognizing the people and things with which I disagree, and then acts to refuse their control over my attitude, consciously choosing to remain quiet and undisturbed. “If you want to make peace, you don’t talk to your friends. You talk to your enemies.” Moshi Dayan1915-1981,
Quotes on “Punctuality”
Punctuality …begins by understanding every deadline I may have for appointments, tasks, etc., and then acts to order life in a manner that allows me to meet those deadlines. (promptness) “Strict punctuality is perhaps the cheapest virtue which can give force to an otherwise utterly insignificant character .” John F.
Quotes on “Purpose”
Purpose …begins by deciding what clear goal or target I want to achieve, and then acts resolutely and consistently without quitting until the desired end is attained. “Above all be of single aim; have a legitimate and useful purpose, and devote yourself unreservedly to it.” James Allen1864-1912, British-born
