Never answer a critic, unless he's right.
The basic difference between being assertive and being aggressive is how our words and behavior affect the rights and well being of others.
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The highest proof of virtue is to possess boundless power without abusing it.
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Life and Writings of Addison
by Aikin, Lucy
Published in 1943
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Contribution #1165
I think the first virtue is to restrain the tongue; he approaches nearest to gods who knows how to be silent, even though he is in the right.
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Opportunity
may knock only once, but temptation leans on the doorbell.
Self-respect is the root of discipline: The
sense of dignity grows with the ability to say no to oneself.
Prudent, cautious self-control, is wisdom's root.
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That one I love who is incapable of ill will, and returns love for hatred. Living beyond the reach of I and mind, and of pain and pleasure, full of mercy, contented, self-controlled, with all his heart and all his mind given to Me -- with such a one I am in love.
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Pity and forbearance
should characterize all acts of justice.
