There is, in our nature, a disposition to indulgence, a secret desire to escape from labor, which, unless hourly combated, will overcome and destroy the best faculties of our minds and paralyze our most useful powers. Dorothea Dix combatdesiredestroy share on social
Man is not made better by being degraded; he is seldom restrained from crime by harsh measures, except the principle of fear predominates in his character, and then he is never made radically better for its influence. Dorothea Dix charactercrimedegrade share on social
The fact is that, in all prisons everywhere, cruelties on the one hand and injudicious laxity of discipline on the other have at times appeared and will, at intervals, be renewed except the most vigilant oversight is maintained. Dorothea Dix appearcrueltydiscipline share on social
The capsules of the geranium furnish admirable barometers. Fasten the beard, when fully ripe, upon a stand, and it will twist itself or untwist, according as the air is moist or dry. Dorothea Dix admirableairbarometer Change image and share on social
My happiest hours are spent in school, surrounded by those I hope to benefit. Dorothea Dix benefithappyhope Change image and share on social
The duties of a teacher are neither few nor small, but they elevate the mind and give energy to the character. Dorothea Dix characterdutyelevate Change image and share on social
If we had only those things which are procured with ease and freedom from danger, we should find the comforts and luxuries, if not many of the necessaries of life, considerably diminished. Dorothea Dix comfortconsiderablydanger Change image and share on social
'Know,' says a wise writer, the historian of kings, 'Know the men that are to be trusted'; but how is this to be? The possession of knowledge involves both time and opportunities. Neither of these are 'handservants at command.' Dorothea Dix commandhandservantshistorian share on social
Your minds may now be likened to a garden, which will, if neglected, yield only weeds and thistles; but, if cultivated, will produce the most beautiful flowers, and the most delicious fruits. Dorothea Dix beautifulcultivatedelicious Change image and share on social
I have had so much at heart. Defeated, not conquered; disappointed, not discouraged. I have but to be more energetic and more faithful in the difficult and painful vocation to which my life is devoted. Dorothea Dix conquerdefeatdevote share on social
