Lewis Terman

"Intelligence is not a single general ability, but a collection of more or less independent abilities."

"The gifted individual is one who sees relationships among things."

"Genius is not born; it is made."

"The test of a first-rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in mind at the same time and still retain the ability to function."

"The IQ is a measurement of potential, not destiny."

"High intelligence is more helpful than harmful to oneself and to society."

"Giftedness is not a guarantee of success in life."

"The correlation between intelligence and happiness is far from perfect."

"Childhood is the most critical period in human development."

"The gifted child often feels lonely despite being surrounded by peers."

"Education should develop the individual's capacity for independent thinking."

"Character is as important as intellect in determining life success."

"Love of learning is the key to lifelong growth."

"Perseverance matters more than raw talent in achieving goals."

"The greatest gift parents can give is encouragement."

"Ambition tempered by wisdom leads to true achievement."

"Creativity requires both knowledge and imagination."

"Children need freedom to explore their own interests."

"True wisdom includes knowing the limits of one's knowledge."

"Success is not merely the accumulation of achievements."

"The mind grows through challenge and struggle."

"Kindness and intelligence should go hand in hand."

"Fear of failure often prevents greater achievements."

"Imagination is more important than knowledge alone."

"Healthy relationships require emotional intelligence."

"The pursuit of knowledge should never cease."

"Hope is essential for overcoming life's obstacles."

"Courage is not the absence of fear, but action despite it."

"Change is inevitable; adaptability is essential."

"Work that aligns with passion is most fulfilling."