Kids go where there is excitement. They stay where there is love.
The problem with pity parties is very few people come, and those who do don't bring presents.
You can start where you are with what you've got and go wherever it is you want to go.
Failure doesn't mean you are a failure... it just means you haven't succeeded yet. Failure is a detour, not a dead-end street.
A sincere compliment is one of the most effective tools to teach and motivate others.
Even a two-car parade gets fouled up if you don't decide ahead of time who's going to lead.