They Said It

There is nothing brilliant or outstanding in my record, except perhaps this one thing. I do the things I believe ought to be done. And when I make up my mind to do a thing, I act. – Theodore Roosevelt, 26th U.S. president

Theodore Roosevelt, 26th U.S. president

Humans as we are, we take pride in our successes, big or small. We post on social media, we celebrate, and we reward ourselves in whatever way we imagine. For Theodore Roosevelt, having been born into an affluent family, yet frail in health; it seemed that he did not think much about …

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Never quit. It is the easiest cop-out in the world. Set a goal and don’t quit until you attain it. When you do attain it, set another goal, and don’t quit until you reach it. Never quit – Bear Bryant

A football stadium all lit up

Who Was Bear Bryant? Bear Bryant (actual name Paul Wiliam Bryant), was a college football coach and player of American origin. His nickname was given to him after he wrestled a carnival bear at the age of 13 [1]. Many consider him to be the best college football coach in the history …

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Nothing Will Work Unless You Do. – John Wooden

John Wooden in 1960

John Robert Wooden was one of the greatest NCAA basketball coaches, with a 664-162 record and an impressive number of wins. He was also named the NCAA College Basketball Coach of the Year six times throughout his magnificent career of 40 years. Wooden was the epitome of success and motivation. He strived …

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When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. – Elbert Hubbard

When Life Gives You Lemons

Did you know that the saying, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade,” has been around since the early 1900s? It encourages optimism and a positive attitude in the face of adversity and motivates individuals to make the best of difficult circumstances. What then should we do when life throws us bitterness, …

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