Beforeeverything else, getting ready is the secret to success.

Soremarkably perverse is the nature of man that he despises those that court himand admires whoever will not bend before him.

Anempty sack cannot stand up.

Adversityis the foundation of virtue.

Onlywhen all contribute their firewood can they build up a strong fire.

Whenyou plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don't blame the lettuce. Youlook for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water,or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet if we have problems with ourfriends or our family,

The remedy for weakness is not brooding over weakness, but thinking of strength.

Jealousy arises from lack of Confidence, not in others, but in onself.

I give myself,sometimes, admirable advice, but I am incapable of taking it.

Modesty is the clothing of talent.

They may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel.

Talkback to your internal critic. Train yourself to recognize and write downcritical thoughts as they go through your mind. Learn why these thoughts areuntrue and practice talking and writing back to them.