William James:
(New York, 11 January 1842 – Chocorua, 26 August 1910).
American philosopher and psychologist.
He was the person who brought modern European psychology to the United States. He is considered one of the most important figures in the history of American psychology. As a philosopher, he is placed in the tradition of pragmatism, as one of its leading figures alongside C. S. Peirce and John Dewey.
William was the son of Henry James Sr. and the older brother of the well-known American writer Henry James.
We are like islands in the sea; separated on the surfaces but connected in depth.
There is no worse lie than a truth misunderstood by those who hear it.
Action may not always bring happiness, but there is no happiness without action.
Act as if what you do makes a difference, it does.
