Ann Landers

Advice Columnist American 1918 – 2002

Influential advice columnist who shaped American cultural discourse.

380 quotes

"Tell the truth and you won't have to remember your lies."
Truth
"True freedom is the freedom to be yourself."
Freedom
"Peace is a daily choice."
Peace
"Nature teaches us patience, we need only observe."
Nature
"Every artist dips his brush in his own soul."
Art
"Science is the pursuit of truth; spirituality is the application of it."
Science
"Music is the soundtrack to your life."
Music
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase."
Faith
"Leadership is about making others better because of your presence."
Leadership
"Work hard and be kind, and amazing things will happen."
Work
"Your dreams are within reach if you're willing to work for them."
Dreams
"A good laugh is a mighty good thing."
Humor
"Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself."
Beauty
"Death reminds us to live."
Death
"The difference between perseverance and stubbornness is knowing when to adjust your approach."
Perseverance
"Gratitude is the attitude that makes success possible."
Gratitude
"Create something that will outlive you."
Creativity
"Justice is the art of making others believe you're right."
Justice
"Patience is wisdom."
Patience
"Kindness is an underrated superpower."
Kindness
"Your strength is measured by how you treat those who can't help you."
Strength
"Courage is not the absence of fear; it's the presence of action."
Fear
"True power is in your words, not your weapons."
Power
"Money can't buy happiness, but it can buy freedom."
Money
"Health is the wealth you can't see until it's gone."
Health
"Adventure is where memories are made."
Adventure
"Your imagination is your greatest asset."
Imagination
"Technology should enhance life, not replace it."
Technology
"History is written by those who take action."
History
"The unexamined life is not worth living."
Philosophy