motivation Quotes

We must learn to reawaken and keep ourselves awake, not by mechanical aid, but by an infinite expectation of the dawn.

What old people say you cannot do, you try and find that you can. Old deeds for old people, and new deeds for new.

If a man constantly aspires is he not elevated?

How can any man be weak who dares to be at all?

Live the life you've dreamed.

Aim at heaven and you will get earth thrown in. Aim at earth and you get neither.

There are many ways of going forward, but only one way of standing still.

Writing is like a 'lust,' or like 'scratching when you itch.' Writing comes as a result of a very strong impulse, and when it does come, I, for one, must get it out.

Maybe it was the challenge of flight, the opportunity to fly, the competition of summer camp and the inspiration and discipline of West Point. I think all of those things helped me to develop a dedication and inspired me to get ahead.

Jane Austen is the pinnacle to which all other authors aspire.