Happiness is understanding that friendship is more precious than mere things, more precious than getting your own way, more precious than being in situations where true principles are not at stake.

- J. Donald Walters

There are realities we all share, regardless of our nationality, language, or individual tastes. As we need food, so do we need emotional nourishment: love, kindness, appreciation, and support from others.

- J. Donald Walters

Leadership is an opportunity to serve. It is not a trumpet call to self-importance.

- J. Donald Walters

You will find peace not by trying to escape your problems, but by confronting them courageously. You will find peace not in denial, but in victory.

- J. Donald Walters

Happiness is an attitude of mind, born of the simple determination to be happy under all outward circumstances.

- J. Donald Walters