Edna St. Vincent Millay

Poet American 1892 – 1950

American poet and playwright known for lyric poetry.

373 quotes

"I have learned to live with my demons; we are old friends now."
Wisdom
"Kindness is the only language the deaf can hear and the blind can see."
Kindness
"The mind's eye sees what the heart desires."
Imagination
"I have loved, and it has cost me everything."
Love
"Strength is born from the crucible of suffering."
Strength
"The flowers fade, the sun sets, and all we have is memory."
Time
"I am a woman of the world, but my heart belongs to no man."
"Fear is the mother of cruelty."
Fear
"I shall create beauty or die in the attempt."
Art
"The power to change your life lies within you."
Power
"I have learned that money cannot buy happiness, but poverty cannot buy anything."
Money
"Health is the foundation of all happiness."
Health
"The brave face their fears, the foolish run from them."
Courage
"I am the author of my own destiny."
Motivation
"Dreams are the wings upon which we fly."
Dreams
"I have found that gratitude is the greatest wealth."
Gratitude
"The creative spirit cannot be caged or controlled."
Creativity
"Justice is a virtue that demands courage."
Justice
"I have learned that patience is the greatest teacher."
Patience
"Kindness is the most powerful force in the universe."
Kindness
"I am stronger than my circumstances."
Strength
"Fear is the only true enemy of mankind."
Fear
"I have the power to create the life I desire."
Power
"Money is a tool, not a master."
Money
"I have chosen to live a life of purpose and meaning."
Motivation
"Dreams give us hope for tomorrow."
Dreams
"I am grateful for every moment of my life."
Gratitude
"Creativity is the heartbeat of the soul."
Creativity
"Justice must be pursued with unwavering determination."
Justice
"Patience teaches us the value of waiting."
Patience