Expect people to be better than they are; it helps them to become bet… — Merry Browne

Expect people to be better than they are; it helps them to become better. But don't be disappointed when they are not; it helps them to keep trying.

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Men often pass from love to ambition, but they seldom come back again from ambition to love. — Francois de La Rochefoucauld
Moderation is the feebleness and sloth of the soul, whereas ambition is the warmth and activity of it. — Francois de La Rochefoucauld
Through perseverance many people win success out of what seemed destined to be certain failure. — Benjamin Disraeli
If you want an accounting of your worth, count your friends. — Merry Browne
Preconceived notions are the locks on the door to wisdom. — Merry Browne
The elegance of honesty needs no adornment. — Merry Browne