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    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.

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...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.

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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.

by Walt Disney Found in: Obstacles Quotes,
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When you get right down to the root of the meaning of the word "succeed," you find that it simply read more

When you get right down to the root of the meaning of the word "succeed," you find that it simply means to follow through.

by F. W. Nichol Found in: Obstacles Quotes,
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Those who commence deliberately. They plod on. They stick to it. They persevere and finally reap their rewards.

Those who commence deliberately. They plod on. They stick to it. They persevere and finally reap their rewards.

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The greatest obstacle to discovery is not ignorance -- it is the illusion of knowledge.

The greatest obstacle to discovery is not ignorance -- it is the illusion of knowledge.

by Daniel J. Boorstin Found in: Obstacles Quotes,
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The mere fact that you have obstacles to overcome is in your favor...

The mere fact that you have obstacles to overcome is in your favor...

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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

by Thomas Carlyle Found in: Obstacles Quotes,
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An obstacle is often an unrecognized opportunity

An obstacle is often an unrecognized opportunity

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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.

by Thomas Paine Found in: Obstacles Quotes,
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