We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.”

You have to remember that the hard days are what make you stronger.

“What we all have in common is an appreciation of kindness and compassion; all the religions have this. Love. We all lean towards love.”

“If it’s important you’ll find a way. If it’s not, you’ll find an excuse.”

“A friend who understands your tears is much more valuable than a lot of friends who only know your smile.”

“A real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out.”

Never apologize for being sensitive or emotional. It’s a sign that you have big heart, and that you aren’t afraid to let others see it. Showing your emotions is a sign of strength. 

To the world, you are a mother, to your family you are the world.

Successful people do what unsuccessful people are not willing to do. Don’t wish it were easier; wish you were better.

The less you respond to negative people, the more positive your life will become.

“That is what compassion does. It challenges our assumptions, our sense of self-limitation, worthlessness, of not having a place in the world, our feelings of loneliness and estrangement. These are narrow, constrictive states of mind. As we develop compassion, our hearts open.”

“Whatever life gives you, even if it hurts, just be strong and act like you’re okay. Strong walls shake but never collapse.”