The spirit of self-help is the root of all genuine growth in the individual.

Wisdom and understanding can only become the possession of individual men by travelling the old road of observation, attention, perseverance, and industry.

Confidence is a plant of slow growth; especially in an aged bosom

In my experience, self-hatred is the dominant malaise crippling Christians and stifling their growth in the Holy Spirit.

To realise your ambitions, you must take a few minutes each day to meditate on your ultimate goal, not doing anything, just thinking about it. You must try to imagine how you will feel when you achieve your dreams, and that feeling is like a memo in the mind reminding your subconscious to stay the course.

If you think you have to step outside your integrity to live your dream; how much can you really believe in it.