You cannot find yourself by going into the past. You can find yourself by coming into the present.

Watch the little things; a small leak will sink a great ship

The willow which bends to the tempest, often escapes better than the oak which resists it; and so in great calamities, it sometimes happens that light and frivolous spirits recover their elasticity and presence of mind sooner than those of a loftier character.

There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate's loot on Treasure Island.

We all do better when we work together.

The greatest blessing granted to mankind comes by way of madness, which is a divine gift.

Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success.