" Within the mind are all the resources required for successful living. Ideas are present in the consciousness, which when released and given scope to grow and take shape, can lead to successful events. "

— A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

" Few things in the world are more powerful than a positive push. A smile. A world of optimism and hope. A ‘you can do it’ when things are tough. "

— Richard M. Devos

" We can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorns have roses. "

— Unknown

" Sometimes, it’s not the person who changes, it’s the mask that falls off. "

— Unknown

" Sometimes you need to be alone. Not to be lonely, but to enjoy your free time being yourself. "

— Unknown

" Rays from the sunrise drew forth the buds and stretched them into long stalks, lifted up sap in noiseless streams, opened petals, and sucked out scents in invisible jets and breathings. "

— Tess of the D'Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy