I find it unusual that it is more socially acceptable to
complain about what you have than it is to read more

I find it unusual that it is more socially acceptable to
complain about what you have than it is to ask for what you want.

Labor disgraces no man, but occasionally men disgrace labor.

Labor disgraces no man, but occasionally men disgrace labor.

Writing is easy. All you have to do is stare at a blank sheet of paper
until drops of blood read more

Writing is easy. All you have to do is stare at a blank sheet of paper
until drops of blood form on your forehead.

You have to follow the old rule for a while. In fact, once you master
the old rule, you are read more

You have to follow the old rule for a while. In fact, once you master
the old rule, you are then the master-and masters get to change things.

Ninety percent of success is showing up.

Ninety percent of success is showing up.

The only thing I can't stand is discomfort.

The only thing I can't stand is discomfort.

If we learned everything there is to know in kindergarten, it was
promptly drummed out of us in first grade.

If we learned everything there is to know in kindergarten, it was
promptly drummed out of us in first grade.

People who have attained things worth having in this world have worked
while others have idled, have perservered while others read more

People who have attained things worth having in this world have worked
while others have idled, have perservered while others gave up in despair,
and have practiced early in life the valuable habits of self-denial,
industry, and singleness of purpose. As a result, they enjoy in later life
the success often erroneously attributed to good luck.

Opportunity is missed by most people because it comes dressed in
overalls and looks like work.

Opportunity is missed by most people because it comes dressed in
overalls and looks like work.