Bessie Anderson Stanley
1879 - 1952
5
Quotes
Biography
Bessie Anderson Stanley was an American writer and poet. She is best known for her poem 'Success', which emphasizes the importance of inner strength, self-confidence, and personal integrity. Stanley's inspiring words have resonated with readers around the world and continue to be celebrated for their enduring wisdom.
Famous Quotes (5)
1
To laugh often and much; To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children.
2
To appreciate beauty, to find the best in others; To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition.
3
To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.
4
Success is to laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children.
5
What is success? To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends.