To have meaning, our lives require both passion and purpose. A life without passion is like a furnace without fuel, and without purpose, like a ship …

- Mardy Grothe

If only people fought undeserved praise as much as they do unfair criticism.

- Mardy Grothe

The best teachers aren't those who answer our questions, but those who question our answers.

- Mardy Grothe

When all things are considered, happiness is a better indicator of success than success has ever been of happiness.

- Mardy Grothe

The fastest way to lose an argument is to lose your temper.

- Mardy Grothe

Throughout history, most of the wrongs of the world have resulted from people absolutely sure they were in the right.

- Mardy Grothe

Never let the worst of you get the best of you.

- Mardy Grothe

The voice of reason is inaudible to irrational people.

- Mardy Grothe

Even though it runs counter to popular belief, Life's critical decisions are usually made in the heart and only later ratified by the brain.

- Mardy Grothe