Indolence is a delightful but distressing state; we must be doing something to be happy.

In the attitude of silence the soul finds the path in a clearer light, and what is elusive and deceptive resolves itself into crystal clearness. Our life is a long and arduous...

I want freedom for the full expression of my personality.

I object to violence because when it appears to do good, the good is only temporary; the evil it does is permanent.

I cannot teach you violence, as I do not myself believe in it. I can only teach you not to bow your heads before any one even at the cost of your life.

I believe in equality for everyone, except reporters and photographers.

Honest disagreement is often a good sign of progress.

Honest differences are often a healthy sign of progress.

Hate the sin, love the sinner.

Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony

Freedom is not worth having if it does not include the freedom to make mistakes.

As long as you derive inner help and comfort from anything, keep it.

Always aim at complete harmony of thought and word and deed. Always aim at purifying your thoughts and everything will be well.

Think of making friends with your self, before you intend to make friends with others.

No talking about peace. Work for it.

Your choices will speak of your philosophy.

Freedom is not free. It comes with the price tag of responsibilities.

Eleanor Roosevelt's sense of humour surfaces in this quote

A woman's strength

Eleanor Roosevelt Quotes