We are creatures of imitation. We find it hard to resist the temptation to do that which we see others doing.

One of the most essential yet the hardest truths that I have had to learn is that every person should be his own hardest task-master.

If you think your lot in life has been hard read “Up From Slavery” by Booker T. Washington, and you may see how fortunate you have been.

When you close the door of your mind to negative thoughts, the door of opportunity opens to you.

Your greatness is here and now. Your happiness is here and now.

No one is ready for a thing until he believes he can acquire it. The state of mind must be BELIEF, not mere hope or wish.

The state of mind must be belief, not mere hope or wish. Open-mindedness is essential for belief. Closed minds do not inspire faith, courage, and belief.