Real optimism is aware of problems but recognizes the solutions, knows about difficulties but believes they can be overcome, sees the negatives but accentuates the positives, is exposed to the worst but expects the best, has reason to complain but chooses to smile.

The greatest ideas, the most profound thoughts, and the most beautiful poetry are born from the womb of silence

Four steps to achievement: Plan purposefully. Prepare prayerfully. Proceed positively. Pursue persistently.

The greatest hazard in life is to risk NOTHING.

The winner asks, "May I help?" The loser asks, "Do you expect me to do that?"

Do you depend on others for motivation - or can you motivate yourself?

The optimist pleasantly ponders how high his kite will fly; the pessimist woefully wonders how soon his kite will fall.