Lack of orders is no excuse for inaction.
When there is fear of failure, there will be failure.
Americans love to fight, traditionally. All real Americans love the sting and clash of battle.
The time to take counsel of your fears is before you make an important battle decision. That's the time to listen to every fear you can imagine! When you have collected all the facts and fears and made your decision, turn off all your fears and go ahead!
A pint of sweat, saves a gallon of blood.
By perseverance, study, and eternal desire, any man can become great.