A man always has two reasons for doing anything: a good reason and the real reason.
Anyone who has to ask about the annual upkeep of a yacht can't afford one.
If that's all he can get, and he takes it, I should say it's enough.
The wise man bridges the gap by laying out the path by means of which he can get from where he is to where he wants to go.
You can't pick cherries with your back to the tree.
Go as far as you can see; when you get there you'll be able to see farther.