Dian Fossey Quotes

Little things affect little minds.

I was a talker back in elementary school. I used to get A's and B's in everything, but I got an F in conduct.

For anything or anyone to grow, a conducive atmosphere is required.

An art project, a hands-on science experiment, or a special field trip can transcend textbooks and flash cards. No one knows this better than those teaching students with autism.

Any dog can be aggressive; it's basically the way they're raised.

I really like connecting with kids.

I like meeting people, cause they tell me I'm pretty, and I just have to say thank you a lot.

I don't want my kids to be raised thinking they'll get into a park and people applaud.

It's not annoying to get a compliment.

When someone is complimenting you, they are sharing how your actions or behaviors impacted them. They are not asking if you agree.

Basically, we are all chimps. The human side is at the front of our forehead, but the chimp is the part that lashes out. When I play, I am completely chimp-orientated.

I love to make people laugh, and I believe that laughter and song are the best way to help young children learn.

I'm just saying, 'Hey, throw me a bone. How about a smile, cute t-shirt? Look at me.' Nothing - unless it's a turn to their friends to go, 'Hey, why is that weird guy looking at us?'

Artificial manners vanish the moment the natural passions are touched.

You look great," he said. It made her smile, even if it was a lie. "I'm as big as a house." He laughed. "I like houses. In fact, I'm thinking about architecture as a career.

Ah, good conversation - there's nothing like it, is there? The air of ideas is the only air worth breathing.

I've made this conscious decision to tell people on the street when I think they're wearing something great. If more people did that, the world would be a better place.

A smile is often the key thing.One is paid with a smile. One is rewarded with a smile. One is brightened by a smile. And the quality of a smile can make one die.

The only proper intoxication is conversation.

First be a good animal.

We tried not to smile, for smiling only encourages men to bore you and waste your time.

When somebody comes up to you and shows you yellow underlining of something you wrote, that's such a high. It's a connection to others.

A little flattery makes people feel good about themselves. When you notice someone looking great, give them a compliment.

It's very easy for me to just encourage people in their family life and in their children. It's just very natural to me. It's what I feel comfortable doing, and so I enjoy it.