Averice Quotes & Sayings

All the seven deadly sins are self destroying, morbid appetites, but in their early stages at least, lust and gluttony, averice and sloth know some gratification, while anger and pride have power, even though that power eventually destroys itself. Envy is impotent, numbed with fear, never ceasing in its appetite, and it knows no gratification, but endless self torment. It has the ugliness of a trapped rat, which gnaws its own foot in an effort to escape. — Angus Wilson

The democratic choice Russian people made in the early 90's is final. — Vladimir Putin

History is sensitive dependent on initial conditions. You cannot predict the future. — Maureen F. McHugh

I sure lost my musical direction in Hollywood. My songs were the same conveyer belt mass production, just like most of my movies were. — Elvis Presley

Change is difficult, but it can be managed when you stay aware of the power of your choices, even if it's simply your attitude. — Michael Thomas Sunnarborg

A terrible animal, indeed, is an unbridled woman. — John Lothrop Motley

One aspect of play is the importance of laughter, which has physiological and psychological benefits. Did you know that there are thousands of laughter clubs around the world? People get together and laugh for no reason at all! — Daniel H. Pink