Tuesday, July 2, 2013

#1020 Derives its powers

You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.  ~ Marcus Aurelius 

To handle yourself, use your head; to handle others, use your heart.  ~ Eleanor Roosevelt

He who controls others may be powerful, but he who has mastered himself is mightier still.  ~ Lao Tzu

Ultimately, the only power to which man should aspire is that which he exercises over himself.  ~ Elie Wiesel

If passion drives you, let reason hold the reins.  ~ Benjamin Franklin

The cyclone derives its powers from a calm center.  So does a person.  ~ Norman Vincent Peale

Quotes about self control, life

- To what extent do you try to control your attitudes,moods, and desires through reasoning?
- How much calmness do you have within?
- How can you try to cultivate it?