Quotes & anectdotes from
the wise,
the foolish,
the courageous &
the drunk

Norman Vincent Peale Writer

  • Gender: Male
  • Citizenship: United States
  • Born: May 31, 1898
  • Died: Dec 24, 1993

Dr. Norman Vincent Peale was a minister and author and a progenitor of "positive thinking".

Part of the happiness of life consists not in fighting battles, but in avoiding them. A masterly retreat is in itself a victory.

Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.

When you pray for anyone you tend to modify your personal attitude toward him.

When every physical and mental resources is focused, one's power to solve a problem multiplies tremendously.

Stand up to your obstacles and do something about them. You will find that they haven't half the strength you think they have.

The life of inner peace, being harmonious and without stress, is the easiest type of existence.

Imagination is the true magic carpet.

Change yourself and your work will seem different.

It's always too early to quit.

Change your thoughts and you change your world.

Four things for success: work and pray, think and believe.