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Day

BirthDeath

Norman Vincent Peale

Date of Birth

31 May, 1898

Date of Death

24 Dec, 1993

Age at time of Death

95 years

Cause of Death

Stroke

Nationality

American

Gender

Male

“Believe in yourself! Have faith in your abilities! Without a humble but reasonable confidence in your own powers, you cannot be successful or happy.”
“Action is a great restorer and builder of confidence. Inaction is not only the result but the cause, of fear. Perhaps the action you take will be successful; perhaps different action or adjustments will have to follow. But any action is better than no action at all.”
“Change your thoughts and you change your world.”

Apart from "The Power of Positive Thinking," Peale authored over 40 books, including "The Art of Living," "Stay Alive All Your Life," and "Power of the Plus Factor."
Peale's most famous book, "The Power of Positive Thinking," was published in 1952 and became an instant bestseller. It remained on the New York Times bestseller list for 186 consecutive weeks, selling millions of copies worldwide.
Peale's preaching and positive message attracted celebrities and leaders from various fields. Presidents Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan attended Marble Collegiate Church, and Peale officiated at Reagan's private inauguration. Peale's work also faced criticism from some religious leaders who found his message too focused on self-help rather than traditional religious teachings.

Elizabeth Blackwell

Date of Birth

03 Feb, 1821

Date of Death

31 May, 1910

Age at time of Death

89 years

Cause of Death

Paralytic Stroke

Nationality

British, American

Gender

Female

“The idea of winning a doctor’s degree gradually assumed the aspect of a great moral struggle, and the moral fight possessed immense attraction for me.”
“Medicine is so broad a field that one can make one’s own wherever one wishes.”
“Study as if you were never going to live, live as if you were going to die tomorrow.”

After receiving her medical degree, Blackwell continued her studies in Europe. She pursued further education in hospitals in London and Paris, gaining international experience that enriched her medical knowledge.
Blackwell’s contributions extended beyond her medical practice. She was an advocate for public health and hygiene, emphasising preventive medicine.
Elizabeth Blackwell faced numerous challenges during her medical studies. Initially, she was rejected by numerous medical schools due to her gender. Geneva Medical College admitted her as a practical joke, thinking it would be amusing to have a woman in their class. However, Blackwell’s serious approach to her studies proved her capabilities.
Recognizing the need for healthcare for indigent women and children, Blackwell co-founded the New York Infirmary for Indigent Women and Children in 1857.