Category: Emerson

If we encounter a man of rare intellect, we should ask him what books he reads. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Make the most of yourself, for that is all there is of you. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Life is a journey, not a destination. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Without ambition one starts nothing. Without work one finishes nothing. The prize will not be sent to you. You have to win it. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Once you make a decision, the universe conspires to make it happen. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Whatever you do, you need courage. Whatever course you decide upon, there is always someone to tell you that you are wrong. There are always difficulties arising that tempt you to believe your critics are right. To map out a course of action and follow it to an end requires some of the same courage […]

Dare to live the life you have dreamed for yourself. Go forward and make your dreams come true. – Ralph Waldo Emerson