We increase whatever we praise. The whole creation responds to praise, and is glad.
What every genuine philosopher (every genuine man, in fact) craves most is praise — although the philosophers generally call it ''recognition''!
When I was praised I lost my time, for instantly I turned around to look at the work I had thought slightly of, and that day I made nothing new.
When life seems just a dreary grind; and things seem fated to annoy; say something nice to someone else and watch the world light up with joy.
When someone does something good, applaud! You will make two people happy.
When we disclaim praise, it is only showing our desire to be praised a second time.
You can handle people more successfully by enlisting their feelings than by convincing their reason.
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