The world, as we encounter it, is but an echo of our own strong convictions. Respect yourself absolutely, believe in yourself absolutely, and the world will respect you and believe in you.
Say to yourself every hour, "I am God's divine creature," and no one will dare look you in the eyes and say you are anything less than that.
The arms of infinite love enfold you—have no fear.
To Miss Diana Rivers
Young Lady Contemplating a Career as a Journalist
Your interesting letter regarding your future plans has been food for my thoughts ever since its receipt this morning.
I remember when you were my guest a year ago that you told me you felt like a big bird in a small cage. Every time you tried to spread your wings you were bruised by bars. Your home environment with its few duties and small responsibilities, your church and your charities, failed to give you full opportunity for the exercise of all your vital forces.
I knew then that you were longing for a career, and I felt confident that some word would come from you before long, announcing a change in your life.