The harder the conflict

The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph. What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly; it is dearness only that gives everything its value. I love the man that can smile in trouble, that can gather strength from distress and grow brave by reflection. ‘Tis the business of little minds to shrink; but he whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves his conduct, will pursue his principles unto death.


Thomas Paine

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When you meet someone better than yourself

When you meet someone better than yourself, turn your thoughts to becoming his equal. When you meet someone not as good as you are, look within and examine your own self.

Confucius

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Effective leadership is putting

Effective leadership is putting first things first. Effective management is discipline, carrying it out.

Stephen Covey

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Many of life’s failures

Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.

Thomas Alva Edison

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Character cannot be developed

Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired, and success achieved.

Helen Keller

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