Calmness of mind is one of the beautiful jewels of wisdom. It is the result of long and patient effort in self-control.
James Allen · As a Man Thinketh
Wisdom & life
“Calmness of mind is one of the beautiful jewels of wisdom. It…”
- Author
- James Allen
- Work
- As a Man Thinketh
- Year
- 1903
- Chapter / part
- Serenity
- Length
- 22 words
- Source
- Project Gutenberg eBook #4507
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