The fact that the great scientist believed in flying machines was the one thing that encouraged us to begin our studies.
It is only when the mind is free from the old that it meets everything anew, and in that there is joy.
Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.
A painter should begin every canvas with a wash of black, because all things in nature are dark except where exposed by the light.
Believe you can and you're halfway there.
A goal is not always meant to be reached, it often serves simply as something to aim at.
Question with boldness even the existence of God; because, if there be one, he must more approve of the homage of reason than that of blindfolded fear.
The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain.
Only those are fit to live who do not fear to die; and none are fit to die who have shrunk from the joy of life and the duty of life. Both life and death are parts of the same Great Adventure.
It marks a big step in your development when you come to realize that other people can help you do a better job than you could do alone.
Stand up to your obstacles and do something about them. You will find that they haven't half the strength you think they have.
When I give, I give myself.
Winning isn't everything but wanting to win is.
My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style
The fishermen know that the sea is dangerous and the storm terrible, but they have never found these dangers sufficient reason for remaining ashore.
When you arise in the morning think of what a privilege it is to be alive, to think, to enjoy, to love ...
You're off to Great Places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, So... get on your way!
Don?t only practice your art, but force your way into its secrets, for it and knowledge can raise men to the divine.
If we ever forget that we're one nation under God, then we will be one nation gone under.
There is no passion to be found playing small - in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.
Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve.
