"Prudent, cautious self-control is wisdom's root."

-- Robert Burns

#Wisdom Quotes #Roots Quotes #Self Quotes

“As soon as men decide that all means are permitted to fight an evil, then their good becomes indistinguishable from the evil that they set out to destroy.”

Source : Christopher Dawson (2011). “The Judgment of the Nations”, p.9, CUA Press
“We had many books and pictures... my parents' way of life doubtless left a lasting impression on me. They created an atmosphere in which a certain kind of freedom could exist. This may well account for my seeking a related sense of liberty as I grew up.”
“White on rice. Green on grass. Sheets on a bed. Him on her.”
“I think that people who have Vegas throat are people who sing from their throats only.”
“I can't grill vegetables, shellfish or steaks without tongs. Don't bother with those long-handled grilling tongs normally found in the BBQ section of your home store. Get intimate with your grill and opt for the regular stainless steel tongs.”
“Part of me was fascinated by the idea that I would only get next week's episode a week in advance and wouldn't actually know where I was going with it, until the script landed on my mat. But, part of me wanted to know what was going to happen.”
“Acting is the most personal of our crafts. The make-up of a human being - his physical, mental and emotional habits - influence his acting to a much greater extent than commonly recognized.”
“And you? Did you find the doorknob?â€ Hadrian picked up a jug and downed several swallows, drinking so quickly some of the water dripped down his chin. He poured some in his palm and rinsed his face, running his fingers through his hair. â€œI didnâ€™t even get close enough to see a door.â€ â€œWell, look on the bright sideâ€â€”Hadrian smiledâ€”â€œat least you werenâ€™t captured and condemned to death this time.â€ â€œThatâ€™s the bright side?â€ â€œWhat can I say? Iâ€™m a glass-half-full kinda guy.”

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