“In the progress of personality, first comes a declaration of independence, then a recognition of interdependence.”
Henry Van Dyke“Look around for a place to sow a few seeds.”
Henry Van Dyke“Use what talents you possess the woods would be very silent if no birds sang there except those that sang best. ”
Henry Van Dyke“Gratitude is the inward feeling of kindness received. Thankfulness is the natural impulse to express that feeling. Thanksgiving is the following of that impulse.”
Henry Van Dyke“There is no personal charm so great as the charm of a cheerful temperament.”
Henry Van Dyke“Culture is the habit of being pleased with the best and knowing why.”
Henry Van Dyke“Use what talents you possess the woods would be very silent if no birds sang there except those that sang best.”
Henry Van Dyke“In the progress of personality, first comes a declaration of independence, then a recognition of interdependence.”
Henry Van Dyke“Genius is talent set on fire by courage.”
Henry Van Dyke“To desire and strive to be of some service to the world, to aim at doing something which shall really increase the happiness and welfare and virtue of mankind - this is a choice which is possible for all of us; and surely it is a good haven to sail for.”
Henry Van Dyke“Happiness is inward, and not outward; and so, it does not depend on what we have, but on what we are.”
Henry Van Dyke