The one thing of value in the world is the 40 active soul. Emerson.
The one unhappiness of a man is that he cannot work, that he cannot get his destiny as a man fulfilled. Carlyle.
The only competition worthy a wise man is with himself. Mrs. Jamieson.
The only disadvantage of an honest heart is its credulity. Sir P. Sidney.
The only evolution of any really human interest, and worthy of any human regard, is the evolution that springs from resolution and the birth of freedom in the self-conscious soul. Ed.
The only failure a man ought to fear is failure in cleaving to the purpose he sees to be best. George Eliot.
The only faith that wears well, and holds its colour in all weathers, is that which is woven of conviction, and set with the sharp mordant of experience. Lowell.
The only fence against the world is a thorough knowledge of it. Locke.
The only freedom which deserves the name is that of pursuing our own good in our own way, so long as we do not attempt to deprive others of this, or impede their efforts to obtain it. J. S. Mill.
The only genuine Romance for grown persons 5 is Reality. Carlyle.