"For in prosperity a man is often puffed up with pride, whereas tribulations chasten and humble him through suffering and sorrow. In the midst of prosperity the mind is elated, and in prosperity a man forgets himself; in hardship he is forced to reflect on himself, even though he be unwilling. In prosperity a man often destroys the good he has done; amidst difficulties he often repairs what he long since did in the way of wickedness."

-- Alfred the Great

#Humble Quotes #Pride Quotes #Men Quotes

“Sleep can completely change your entire outlook on life. One good night's sleep can help you realize that you shouldn't break up with someone, or you are being too hard on your friend, or you actually will win the race or the game or get the job. Sleep helps you win at life.”
“The mountain music... is compelling music in its own right, harking back to a time when music was a part of everyday life and not something performed by celebrities.”
“One of the things I love about acting is that I can enter into these other people's lives. But going back to being me at the end of the day is very important, too. That process of remembering who I am.”
“There's a big difference between motivation and inspiration: Inspire through values and motivation takes care of itself.”
“Only your real friends will tell you when your face is dirty.”
“Comfort is key. I need to make sure the cleat first my foot perfectly. Weight is important, too.”
“An operation that eventually kills may be technically successful, and the man may die cured; and so a description of religion thatshowed it to be madness might first show how real and warm it was, so that if it perished, at least it would perish understood.”
“The one who has not seen Paris in the morning does not know how beautiful it is.”

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