George Sand

"A woman is not written in books and lined papers."

"The diversity of life is not our enemy."

"History does not repeat itself, but it often rhymes."

"Strength and wisdom are not opposing values."

"Every woman wants to be as beautiful as possible for the man she loves."

"Do good and leave behind you a monument of virtue."

"Fear is the thief of dreams."

"Plant trees, for they will never thank you."

"Nothing will ever be attempted if all possible objections must first be overcome."

"I laugh at myself; I make fun of myself sometimes."

"Experience is a great teacher only if we are open to learning."

"The past can hurt, but you can run from it or learn from it."

"Imagination is more important than knowledge."

"Money is a necessary evil."

"Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being."

"Adventure is worthwhile."

"Technology is best when it brings people together."

"War is not a sport."

"Motivation is what gets you started, habit is what keeps you going."

"Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working."

"Be kind whenever possible; it is always possible."

"The real wealth is to live simply."

"Dreams are the touch-stones of our character."

"Only connect the prose and the passion."

"Life is a succession of lessons which must be lived to be understood."

"What is love but understanding and cherishing each other."

"True strength is not in dominion, but in understanding."

"The universe is a mirror of what we believe."

"Gratitude is the highest form of wisdom."

"Be brave enough to live creatively."