Effort is the key, but direction and loyalty are paramount.
Motivation is like bathing. You've got to do it every single day.
Keep trying. It's only from the valley that the mountain seems high.
God showed me that He could and would replace everything that was missing in my life, but that nothing could replace Him in my life.
When there is no job related stress, you are more aware of your mate and children, if you are a parent.
One reason people never attempt new things is their fear of failure.