No man is hurt but by himself.

Diogenes

Our wounds and hurts and fears are in our eyes. Humans think they build 'walls' for internal privacy. They think eye contact is about honesty but they mostly lie because they think they can hide their intent. Eye contact is invasive.

Carol Ann Edscorn

Tell the truth boldly, whether it hurts or not. Never pander to weakness. If truth is too much for intelligent people and sweeps them away, let them go; the sooner the better.

Swami Vivekananda

A happy soul is the best shield for a cruel world.

Atticus

Our strength grows out of our weaknesses.

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Blessed is he that expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed.

Benjamin Franklin