The combination of fear and ignorance (two sides of the same coin) can be paralyzing.

Seek out habits that help you overcome fear or inertia. Destroy those that do the opposite.

The rest of the world isn't nearly as important as the few who are here.

You succeed because you've chosen to be confident. It's not really useful to require yourself to be successful before you're able to become confident.

You don't make art after you become an artist. You become an artist by ceaselessly making art.

It's almost impossible to have fun playing ping pong with someone who doesn't care, won't try or isn't any good.

Everyone has a comfort zone. Worth considering: How hard (and how often) are you willing to work to get out of it? You can turn that into a habit if you choose.