The happiness of a man in this life does not consist in the absence but in the mastery of his passions.

Do not pray for easy lives. Pray to be stronger men.

Count wherever you can.

The mother’s love is not given to us to spoil us with indulgence, but to soften our hearts, that we may in turn soften others with kindness.

Every problem is a gift – without problems we would not grow.

If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading.

Life is about making an impact, not making an income.