Intolerance is the most socially acceptable form of egotism, for it permits us to assume superiority without personal boasting.

One ought, every day at least, to hear a little song, read a good poem, see a fine picture and, if possible, speak a few reasonable words.

When I hear somebody sigh, 'Life is hard,' I am always tempted to ask, 'Compared to what?'.

Never go to bed angry. Stay up and fight.

Shallow understanding from people of good will is more frustrating than absolute misunderstanding from people of ill will. Lukewarm acceptance is much more bewildering than outright rejection.

Either you think -- or else others have to think for you and take power from you, pervert and discipline your natural tastes, civilize and sterilize you.