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    “The inspiration of a noble cause involving human interests wide and far, enables men to do things they did not dream themselves capable of before, and which they were not capable of alone.  The consciousness of belonging, vitally, to something beyond individuality; of being part of a personality that reaches we know not where, in space and time, greatens the heart to the limit of the souls ideal, and builds out the supreme character.” ~ Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain

      “To every man there comes in his lifetime that special moment when he is figuratively tapped on the shoulder and offered a chance to do a very special thing, unique to him and fitted to his talents.  What a tragedy if that moment finds him unprepared or unqualified for the work which would be his finest hour.” ~ Sir Winston Churchill

        “I know this now.  Every man gives his life to what he believes.  Every woman gives her life for what she believes.  Sometimes people believe in little or nothing, and so they give their lives to little or nothing…” ~ Joan of Arc

          “The surest way to reveal one’s character is not through adversity but by giving them power.” ~ Abraham Lincoln

            “You have not done enough, you have never done enough so long as it is still possible that you have something of value to contribute.” ~ Dag Hammarskjold

             

              “I believe that the rendering of useful service is the common duty of mankind and that only in the purifying fire of sacrifice is the dross of selfishness consumed and the greatness of the human soul set free.” ~ John D. Rockefeller, Jr.

                “I am no longer a young man filled with energy and vitality.  I’m given to meditation and prayer.  I would enjoy sitting in a rocker, swallowing prescriptions, listening to soft music, and contemplating the things of the universe.  But such activity offers no challenge and makes no contribution.  I wish to be up and doing.  I wish to face each day with resolution and purpose.  I wish to use every waking hour to give encouragement, to bless those whose burdens are heavy, to build faith and strength of testimony.  It is a presence of wonderful people which stimulates the adrenaline.  It is the look of love in their eyes which gives me energy.” ~ Gordon B. Hinckley, Age Ninety-Two

                  “You’re not going to find the meaning of life hidden under a rock written by someone else.  You’ll only find it by giving meaning to life from inside of yourself.” ~ Dr. Robert Firestone

                    “Every man has a purpose, something special that he can do better than anyone else. Your work is to discover this, then give yourself to it. The extent to which you use your skills to add to the world determines your happiness.” ~ Deepak Chopra

                      “The difference between what we are doing and what we’re capable of doing would solve most of the world’s problems.” ~ Mahatma Gandhi

                        “You can’t depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.” ~ Mark Twain

                          “Feeling sorry for yourself, and your present condition, is not only a waste of energy but the worst habit you could possibly have.” ~ Dale Carnegie

                            “Be courageous this month. Take on a challenge that you always thought was beyond your capability. Pursue an idea despite not knowing if people will respond positively. Dive into a relationship even if you’ve been hurt. Embrace vulnerability and reveal yourself without holding back. Exposing who we are (good and bad) takes lots of courage. Actually the root of the word courage is cor – the Latin word for heart and it’s originally meaning was “to connect by revealing all of your heart.” ~ Brene Brown

                              “Do yourself a favor, and realize that there’s no technique in the world that will save you. There are no pills, no secrets, no passwords on the path to greatness. You’ve got to embrace the pain, push the threshold, and feel the suck, and then you’ve got to muster the courage to go back six times a week.” ~ Jon Gilson

                                “How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” ~ Winnie the Pooh

                                  “No horse gets anywhere until he is harnessed.

                                  No steam or gas ever drives anything until it is confined.

                                  No Niagara is ever turned into light and power until it is tunneled.

                                  No life ever grows great until it is focused, dedicated, disciplined.”

                                  ~ Henry Emerson Fosdick

                                    “Divorce the past to marry the present and be blessed with a lovely child of future.”~Anuj Somany

                                      “If you continue to think about how poor you are, you will become rich with poor thoughts.” ~ Byron Buchannan

                                        “Leaders do not avoid, repress, or deny conflict, but rather see it as an opportunity.” ~ Warren Bennis

                                          “Lying makes a problem part of the future; truth makes a problem part of the past.” ~ Rick Pitino