Bertrand Russell

Skilled work, of no matter what kind, is only done well by those who take a certain pleasure in it, quite apart from its utility, either to themselves in earning a living, or to the world through its outcome.

Bertrand Russell

The average man’s opinions are much less foolish than they would be if he thought for himself.

Bertrand Russell

The good life is one inspired by love and guided by knowledge.

Bertrand Russell

The man who only loves beautiful things is dreaming, whereas the man who knows absolute beauty is wide awake.

Bertrand Russell

The pleasure of work is open to anyone who can develop some specialised skill, provided that he can get satisfaction from the exercise of his skill without demanding universal applause.

Bertrand Russell

The problem with the wise is they are so filled with doubts while the dull are so certain.

Bertrand Russell

The question is how to arrive at your opinions and not what your opinions are.

Bertrand Russell

The right discipline consists, not in external compulsion, but in the habits of mind which lead spontaneously to desirable rather than undesirable activities.

Bertrand Russell

The secret of happiness is this: let your interests be as wide as possible, and let your reactions to the things and persons that interest you be as far as possible friendly rather than hostile.

Bertrand Russell

The time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time.

Bertrand Russell