quotes about Porridge

“A lot of people question my image and why I do what I do, and the answer is because this is how I want to present myself.”

“Real wisdom is recognizing and accepting that every experience is impermanent. With this insight you will not be overwhelmed by ups and downs. And when you are able to maintain an inner balance, you can choose to act in ways that will create happiness for you and for others. Living each moment happily with an equanimous mind, you will surely progress toward the ultimate goal of liberation from all suffering.”

“Which is more musical: a truck passing by a factory or a truck passing by a music school?”

“...Next time you're faced with a choice, do the right thing. It hurts everyone less in the long run.”

Source : Wendelin Van Draanen (2008). “Flipped”, p.85, Knopf Books for Young Readers

“Any party which takes credit for the rain must not be surprised if its opponents blame it for the drought.”

Source : Speech, 10 Oct. 1930

“Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.”

“Segregation now, segregation tomorrow and segregation forever!”

“My desire is to walk with God every day.”

Source : "Biography/Personal Quotes". www.imdb.com.

“I will not live without love.”

“Life is all about finding yourself through experiences, and about learning more and more about who you are and what you’re capable of. If you’re getting older and not succeeding in anything or doing anything to make a positive impact on people, then you’re not living. You’re just waiting for death. Get out there and make an impact on people, whether it’s by helping them directly or by doing research to make their lives better or just by inspiring them. Do something good to be remembered for. This is more important than money.”