Michael Josephson Commentary: A Person of Character 611.5

When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope I would not have a single bit of talent left and could say, “I used everything you gave me.”
– Erma Bombeck, humorist (1927-1996)
There is something so beautiful in trust that even the most hardened liar needs feel a certain respect for those who confide in him.
– Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach, Austrian writer (1830-1916)
Be civil to all, sociable to many, familiar with few, friend to one, enemy to none.
– Benjamin Franklin, Founding Father, polymath (1706-1790)
One drop of water helps swell the ocean; a spark of fire helps give light to the world. None are too small, too feeble, too poor to be of service. Think of this and act.
– Hannah More, British writer, philanthropist (1745-1833)
Caring people help others even when there’s no compensating advantage. Helpful acts motivated by self-interest may do good things, but they don’t spawn good feelings.
– Michael Josephson

Michael Josephson Commentary

Michael Josephson Commentary

Science may have found a cure for most evils, but it has found no remedy for the worst of them all – the apathy of human beings.
– Helen Keller, author, activist (1880-1968)
No man has ever been born a Negro hater, a Jew hater, or any other kind of hater. Nature refuses to be involved in such suicidal practices.
– Harry Bridges, union leader (1901-1990)

Greatness lies not in being strong, but in the right use of strength.
– Henry Ward Beecher, clergyman, social reformer (1813-1887)
What a wonderful life I’ve had! I only wish I’d realized it sooner.
– Colette, French novelist (1873-1954)
Although we can’t control our kids, we can influence them. They won’t necessarily accept our views, but if we state them clearly and continually, they’re more likely to consider them.
– Michael Josephson