Erich

those whose lives are fruitful to themselves, to their friends, or to the world are inspired by hope and sustained by joy: they see in imagination the things that might be and the way in which they are to be brought into existence. in their private relations they are not preoccupied with anxiety; they should loose such affection and respect as they receive: they are engaged in giving affection and the reward comes of itself without their seeking. in their work they are not haunted by jealousy of competitors, but are concerned with the actual matter that has to be done. in politics they do not spend time and passion defending unjust privileges but they aim at making the world as a whole happier, less cruel, less full of conflict between rival greeds, and more full of human beings whose growth has not been dwarfed and stunted by oppression. what you think of yourself is decisive for your fate. therefore be careful!