"...smile first, then speak."

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Source : George Saunders (2007). “The Braindead Megaphone”, p.213, Penguin

George Saunders

#Firsts Quotes #Speak Quotes

“The goal is not to be better than the other man, but your previous self.”

Source : Jon Gordon (2015). “The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy”, p.80, John Wiley & Sons
“The breeze and the dew make tranquil the clear dawn; Behind the curtain there is one who alone is up betimes. The orioles sing and the flowers smile - Whose then, after all, is the Spring?”
“When I love, I do it without counting. I give myself entirely. And each time, it is the grand love of my life.”
“I think some people still don't really know what ethical fashion is.”
“Of all the things God created, I am often most grateful He created laughter.”
“Although there was a screenplay, the actors never knew what questions I was going to ask them, and all of my character's voice-over narration and scenes were added after the fact.”
“His desire to bless you goes infinitely beyond your own personal desire to secure His blessing. There is always peace in His presence. Do not disturb this by anxiety to know what is in store for tomorrow. Out of the very tranquility of worship will be born the guidance you need.”

Source : Frances J. Roberts (2013). “Total Love”, p.53, Barbour Publishing
“Iâ€™m glad to be part of the war on sadness. Iâ€™m a part time employee of the illusion that keeps people stupid.”

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