An obstacle is often an unrecognized opportunity

An obstacle is often an unrecognized opportunity

Obstacles are things a person sees when he takes his eyes off his goal.

Obstacles are things a person sees when he takes his eyes off his goal.

The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph. What we obtain too cheaply, we esteem too lightly; 'Tis dearness read more

The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph. What we obtain too cheaply, we esteem too lightly; 'Tis dearness only that gives everything its value.

A good intention but fixed and resolute - bent on high and holy ends, we shall find means to them read more

A good intention but fixed and resolute - bent on high and holy ends, we shall find means to them on every side and at every moment; and even obstacles and opposition will but make us "like the fabled specter-ships," which sail the fastest in the very teeth of the wind.

...cops and reporters are much alike. Both are absolutely dedicated to doing the job at hand, regardless of obstacles. And read more

...cops and reporters are much alike. Both are absolutely dedicated to doing the job at hand, regardless of obstacles. And both, deep down, really believe the rules don't apply to them.

Whether you think you can or think you can't - you are right

Whether you think you can or think you can't - you are right

The greatest obstacle to progress is prejudice.

The greatest obstacle to progress is prejudice.

The block of granite which was an obstacle in the pathway of the weak becomes a stepping-stone in the pathway read more

The block of granite which was an obstacle in the pathway of the weak becomes a stepping-stone in the pathway of the strong

All the adversity I've had in my life, all my troubles and obstacles, have strengthened me... You may not realize read more

All the adversity I've had in my life, all my troubles and obstacles, have strengthened me... You may not realize it when it happens, but a kick in the teeth may be the best thing in the world for you.