Random Inspirational Quotes

"Life is not a destination to be reached, but it is a journey to be enjoyed."

"Just when normal life felt almost possible - when the world held some kind of order, meaning, even loveliness (the prismatic spray of light through an icicle; the stillness of a sunrise), some small thing would go awry and the veil of optimism was torn away, the barren world revealed. They learned, somehow, to wait those times out. There was no cure, no answer, no reparation."

"I was like I was in science class: I was curious."

"If you would only recognize that life is hard, things would be so much easier for you."

"Each book was a world unto itself, and in it I took refuge."

"It's very important that we re-learn the art of resting and relaxing. Not only does it help prevent the onset of many illnesses that develop through chronic tension and worrying; it allows us to clear our minds, focus, and find creative solutions to problems."

"Children must early learn the the beauty of generosity. They are taught to give what they prize most, that they may taste the happiness of giving."

"You will have fewer regrets in life if you start focusing and taking responsiblity for where you are and where you want to be."

"Déjà vu is more than just that fleeting moment of surprise, instantly forgotten because we never bother with things that make no sense. It show that time doesn't pass. It's a leap into something we have already experienced and that is being repeated."

"There is no such thing as a child who hates to read; there are only children who have not found the right book."

"Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life's coming attractions."

"I won't telephone him. I'll never telephone him again as long as I live. He'll rot in hell, before I'll call him up. You don't have to give me strength, God; I have it myself. If he wanted me, he could get me. He knows where I am. He knows I'm waiting here. He's so sure of me, so sure. I wonder why they hate you, as soon as they are sure of you."

"L'éducation est un processus culturel (...) par lequel chaque nouvel individu est transformé en membre à part entière d'une société humaine particulière, partageant avec les autres membres une culture particulière."

"The fact is, with every friendship you make, and every bond of trust you establish, you are shaping the image of America projected to the rest of the world. That is so important. So when you study abroad, you're actually helping to make America stronger."

"If you aren't cute, you may as well be clever."

"No matter how hard it is, or how hard it gets, don't ever, ever, ever lose hope!"

"Angels vs. Fools [10w] Au contraire: Angels rush in where fools fear to tread."

"All the world's a stage, And all the men and women merely players; They have their exits and their entrances; And one man in his time plays many parts, His acts being seven ages."

"A kiss on the beach when there is a full moon is the closest thing to heaven."

"I ordered a beer and then I ordered another beer, because why finish one when I can finish two? Having only one is great for love, but bad for beer."