Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803 – 1882)

Ralph Waldo Emerson Quote – “Only in our easy, simple, spontaneous action…”

A little consideration of what takes place around us every day would show us that a higher law than that of our will regulates events; that our painful labors are unnecessary and fruitless; that only in our easy, simple, spontaneous action are we strong. Place yourself in the middle of the stream of power and wisdom which animates all whom […]

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Ralph Waldo Emerson Quote – “Nature suffers nothing to remain in her kingdoms…”

Nature suffers nothing to remain in her kingdoms which cannot help itself. The genesis and maturation of a planet, its poise and orbit, the bended tree recovering itself from the strong wind, the vital resources of every animal and vegetable, are demonstrations of the self-sufficing, and therefore self-relying soul. Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803 – 1882)

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Ralph Waldo Emerson Quote – “In regard to disagreeable and formidable things…”

So, in regard to disagreeable and formidable things, prudence does not consist in evasion or flight, but in courage. He who wishes to walk in the most peaceful parts of life with any serenity must screw himself up to resolution. Let him front the object of his worst apprehension, and his stoutness will commonly make his fear groundless. Ralph Waldo […]

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