“Even in social life, you will never make a good impression on other people until you stop thinking about what sort of impression you're making.”
― Mere Christianity
― Mere Christianity
“Passion begins with intrinsically enjoying what you do.”
― Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance
― Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance
“Life punishes the vague wish and rewards the specific ask. After all, conscious thinking is largely asking and answering questions in your own head. If you want confusion and heartache, ask vague questions. If you want uncommon clarity and results, ask uncommonly clear questions.”
― Tribe Of Mentors: Short Life Advice from the Best in the World
― Tribe Of Mentors: Short Life Advice from the Best in the World
“Three bricklayers are asked: “What are you doing?” The first says, “I am laying bricks.” The second says, “I am building a church.” And the third says, “I am building the house of God.” The first bricklayer has a job. The second has a career. The third has a calling.”
― Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance
― Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance
“It isn't suffering that leads to hopelessness. It's suffering you think you can't control.”
― Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance
― Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance
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