Time Management

Those who make the worst use of their time most complain of its shortness.
— La Bruyère

Remember that time is money.
— Benjamin Franklin

The more you think, the more time you have.
— Henry Ford

Optimism vs Pessimism

An Optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.
A Pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity.

                             - Winston Churchill

Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement.Nothing can be done without hope or confidence.
                                  - Helen Keller

The Teacher

There is a story about a king in ancient times who wanted to honour a person one who made the greatest contribution to society. All kinds of people came, including doctors and entrepreneurs, and they all presented  their case for receiving the honour. The king wasn't impressed. 

Finally an elderly person with a glow on his face walked in and said he was a teacher. The king came down from his throne and bowed to honour the teacher. It is the teacher who makes the highest contribution in shaping the future of society.

Father and Son

When a father gives to his son, both laugh;

When a son gives to his father, both cry.

                           - William Shakespeare

Ego

The ego lives by comparisons...

The ego cannot survive without judgment.
- A Course in Miracles

Comparisons are odious.
- Old English Saying
A man's pride shall bring him low,
but honor shall uphold the humble in spirit.

We take refuge in pride because we are afraid to tell the truth to ourselves.
- Kakuzo Okakura