You can't hire someone to practice for you.
Be kinder than necessary.
It doesn't take talent to hustle.
Learn to listen. Opportunity sometimes knocks very softly.
Remember that the most valuable antiques are dear old friends.
Good character is more to be praised than outstanding talent. Most talents are, to some extent, a gift. Good character, by contrast, is not given to us. We have to build it, piece by piece - by thought, choice, courage, and determination.