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To believe in something, and not to live it, is dishonest.
To believe in something, and not to live it, is dishonest.
I may have faults, but being wrong ain't one of them.
I may have faults, but being wrong ain't one of them.
When you have faults, do not fear to abandon them.
When you have faults, do not fear to abandon them.
You cannot explain failure any more than you can argue with success.
You cannot explain failure any more than you can argue with success.
They who lack talent expect things to happen without effort. They ascribe failure to a lack of inspiration or ability, read more
They who lack talent expect things to happen without effort. They ascribe failure to a lack of inspiration or ability, or to misfortune, rather than to insufficient application. At the core of every true talent there is an awareness of the difficulties inherent in any achievement, and the confidence that by persistence and patience something worthwhile will be realized. Thus talent is a species of vigor.
Dwelling on the negative simply contributes to its power.
Dwelling on the negative simply contributes to its power.
Lying is an indispensable part of making life tolerable.
Lying is an indispensable part of making life tolerable.
People may flatter themselves just as much by thinking that their faults are always present to other people's minds, as read more
People may flatter themselves just as much by thinking that their faults are always present to other people's minds, as if they believe that the world is always contemplating their individual charms and virtues.
