“For want of self-restraint many men are engaged all their lives in fighting with difficulties of their own making, and rendering success impossible by their own cross-grained ungentleness; whilst others, it may be much less gifted, make their way and achieve success by simple patience, equanimity, and self-control.”
This book delves into the multifaceted nature of character, examining its role in storytelling and its significance in human interactions and societal structures. more
Samuel Smiles was a British author renowned for his influential works on self-improvement and personal success. Born on December 23, 1812, in Scotland, he passed away on April 16, 1904. His writings emphasized the importance of hard work, self-discipline, and perseverance, inspiring countless individuals throughout history. more
“A guardian angel o'er his life presiding, Doubling his pleasures, and his cares dividing.”
“Each change of many-colour'd life he drew, Exhausted worlds, and then imagin'd new.”
“Hides from himself his state, and shuns to know That life protracted is protracted woe.”