Staatlicher Quotes & Sayings

Much have I travelled in the realms of gold for which I thank the Paddington and Westminster Public Libraries. — Peter Porter

Life is one long series of punches to the gut. You either learn how to duck, or you figure out how to hit back. I've been hitting back so long, at this point I've got a mean left hook and more than my fair share of scars. — Julie Johnson

Self-preservation is the first law of nature. — Samuel Butler

A person's acts are always in harmony with the dominating thoughts of his or her mind. — Napoleon Hill

For all eternity, I forgive you and you forgive me. — William Blake

A good debater can be a good communicator. You have to communicate when you're president of the United States, and communicate effectively with the American people, and with the world. — Dan Quayle

Love can't be stolen without willing participants. — Jon Jones

People cannot inspire others unless and until they are inspired themselves. — Carmine Gallo

Being a grown-up woman doesn't mean you can't look beautiful, individual and different. — Twiggy

There are five signs of righteousness: a gentle disposition and a soft heart, shedding tears of regret, ascetism and not caring about the world, being unambitious, and having a conscience. — Shaqiq Al-Balkhi

I guess I probably see myself as a director. If I had to choose, I think that that's the aspect of the process that I'm most excited by. — Joe Swanberg

Oh, I simply can't think. When I really want to depress myself, I think of all the brilliant men I know, married to their stupid wives. Enough to break your heart, it really is — Doris Lessing