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“Never let a problem to be solved, become more important than a person to be loved.”
― Thomas S. Monson

“Stick to a task 'til it sticks to you. . .for beginners are many, but finishers few.”
― Thomas S. Monson

“Don't save something for a special occasion. Every day of your life is a special occasion.”
― Thomas S. Monson

“May I share with you a formula that in my judgment will help you and help me to journey well through mortality... First, fill your mind with truth; second, fill your life with service; and third, fill your heart with love.”
― Thomas S. Monson

“When we treat people merely as they are, they will remain as they are. When we treat them as if they were what they should be, they will become what they should be.”
― Thomas S. Monson, Pathways to perfection;: Discourses of Thomas S. Monson

“Reading is one of the true pleasures of life. In our age of mass culture, when so much that we encounter is abridged, adapted, adulterated, shredded, and boiled down, it is mind-easing and mind-inspiring to sit down privately with a congenial book.”
― Thomas S. Monson

“To you who are parents, I say, show love to your children. You know you love them, but make certain they know it as well. They are so precious. Let them know. Call upon our Heavenly Father for help as you care for their needs each day and as you deal with the challenges which inevitably come with parenthood. You need more than your own wisdom in rearing them.”
― Thomas S. Monson

“Work will work when wishy washy wishing won't.”
― Thomas S. Monson

“Don't forget: one of the saddest things in life is wasted talent.”
― Thomas S. Monson

“Be of good cheer. The future is as bright as your faith.”
― Thomas S. Monson

“Along your pathway of life you will observe that you are not the only traveler. There are others who need your help. There are feet to steady, hands to grasp, minds to encourage, hearts to inspire, and souls to save.”
― Thomas S. Monson