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Quotes by Matshona Dhliwayo

A calm lion is still more dangerous than a raging dog.

Matshona Dhliwayo

The folly of the wise is better than the wisdom of fools.

Matshona Dhliwayo

Wisdom in sorrow is better than joy in folly.

Matshona Dhliwayo

The size of a fish does not determine its speed.

Matshona Dhliwayo

A kind ‘no’ from the heart is better than a deceitful ‘yes’ from the tongue.

Matshona Dhliwayo

He who cannot dance blames the song.

Matshona Dhliwayo

One who has been stung by a spider should not go out and kill bees.

Matshona Dhliwayo

A knife is cutlery in one hand and a weapon in another.

Matshona Dhliwayo

Herbs may be bitter, but cure.

Matshona Dhliwayo

Not every dog that barks, bites.

Matshona Dhliwayo

Turbulence breaks a tree’s branches, but only tickles an eagle’s wings.

Matshona Dhliwayo

If seeds saw dirt as their enemy, they would lose out on the opportunity to grow.

Matshona Dhliwayo

Never divulge secrets to acquaintances.Never betray old friends for new ones.Never mistake flattery for praise.Never rely on dishonorable people.Never trust your enemys friends.Never mistake someone’s kindness for weakness.

Matshona Dhliwayo

It is better to learn two important lessons in life than a thousand when you are about to die.

Matshona Dhliwayo

You get what you work for, not what you think you deserve.

Matshona Dhliwayo

A heart full of bitterness is a life full of sorrows.

Matshona Dhliwayo

It is easier to fall off of a ladder than to climb one.

Matshona Dhliwayo

Less gossiping, more encouraging.Less complaining, more thanksgiving.Less criticizing, more complimenting.Less hurting, more helping.Less hating, more caring.

Matshona Dhliwayo

Don’t let negativity ruin your day.Don’t let inefficiency ruin your week.Don’t let adversity ruin your month.Don’t let animosity ruin your year.

Matshona Dhliwayo

You become what you allow yourself to become.

Matshona Dhliwayo