The very best way in all the ...

The very best way in all the world to overcome self-consciousn ess and shyness is to get interested in other people and to think of them and, almost miraculously, your timidity will pass. Do something for other people. Practice deeds of kindness, acts of friendliness, and you\'ll be surprised to see what happens.
The very best way in all the world to overcome self-consciousn ess and shyness is to get interested in other people and to think of them and, almost miraculously, your timidity will pass. Do something for other people. Practice deeds of kindness, acts of friendliness, and you'll be surprised to see what happens.

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Do you know the most important trait a man can have? It is not executive ability; it is not a great mentality; it is not kindliness, nor courage, nor a sense of humor, though each of these is of tremendous importance. In my opinion, it is the ability to make friends, which, boiled down, means the ability to see the best in man.
Happiness doesn't depend on any external conditions, it is governed by our mental attitude.
Success is getting what you want. Happiness is wanting what you get.
Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all.
When fate hands us a lemon, let's try to make lemonade.