Drop the idea that you are Atlas carrying the world on your shoulders. The world would go on even without you. Don’t take yourself so seriously – Norman Vincent Peale

You will soon break the bow if you keep it always stretched – Norman Vincent Peale

Stand up to your obstacles and do something about them. You will find that they haven’t half the strength you think they have – Norman Vincent Peale

Watch your manner of speech if you wish to develop a peaceful state of mind. Start each day by affirming peaceful, contented and happy attitudes and your days will tend to be pleasant and successful – Norman Vincent Peale

The more you lose yourself in something bigger than yourself, the more energy you will have – Norman Vincent Peale

We’ve all heard that we have to learn from our mistakes, but I think it’s more important to learn from successes. If you learn only from your mistakes, you are inclined to learn only errors – Norman Vincent Peale