Nothing can replace courage, a resounding motivation and that little bit of luck.
Strong motivation is the most important factor in getting you to the top
No one remembers who climbed Mount Everest the second time.
With practice and focus, you can extend yourself far more than you ever believed possible.
I did have my moments of despair. It was certainly not - it's not an experience I would like to have again. And then June came along.
I think the really good mountaineer is the man with the technical ability of the professional and with the enthusiasm and freshness of approach of the amateur.