Marilyn vos Savant

Be sure to expose yourself to criticism: A fine polish requires an abrasive.

Marilyn vos Savant

Being defeated is often a temporary condition. Giving up is what makes it permanent.

Marilyn vos Savant

Success is achieved by developing our strengths, not by eliminating our weaknesses.

Marilyn vos Savant

A good idea will keep you awake during the morning, but a great idea will keep you awake during the night.

Marilyn vos Savant

To acquire knowledge, one must study; but to acquire wisdom, one must observe.

Marilyn vos Savant

Be able to keep a secret or promise when you know in your heart that it is the right thing to do.

Marilyn vos Savant

Be in the habit of getting up bright and early on the weekends. Why waste such precious time in bed?

Marilyn vos Savant

Feeling is what you get for thinking the way you do.

Marilyn vos Savant

My thoughts are like waffles – the first few don’t look so good.

Marilyn vos Savant

Profit is what we have left after we make a donation to a worthwhile cause.

Marilyn vos Savant