By speaking of our misfortunes we often relieve them.

Life is a series of experiences, each one of which makes us bigger, even though sometimes it is hard to realize this. For the world was built to develop character, and we must learn that setbacks and griefs which endure help us in our march forward.

So it is more useful to watch a man in time of peril, and in adversity to discern what kind of man he is; for then at last words of truth are drawn from the depths of his heart, and the mask it torn off, reality remains.

If all our misfortunes were laid in one common heap, whence every one must take an equal portion, most people would be contented to take their own and depart.

The world would be happier if men had the same capacity to be silent that they have to speak.

Think lovingly, speak lovingly, act lovingly, and every need shall be supplied.

The only way to make sure people you agree with can speak is to support the rights of people you don’t agree with.

The truth is always exciting. Speak it, then. Life is dull without it.

Truly, to tell lies is not honorable; but when the truth entails tremendous ruin, to speak dishonorably is pardonable.

He’s a wonderful talker, who has the art of telling you nothing in a great harangue.

Understanding a question is half an answer.

Some people’s idea of free speech is that they are free to say what they like, but if anyone says anything back, that is an outrage.