The road to excellence starts with what you do best, continues with devotion and never really ends. ― George Wilson Adams

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When you are thwarted, it is your own attitude that is out of order _ Meister Eckhart

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I am an ordinary man who worked hard to develop the talent I was given. I believed in myself, and I believe in the goodness of others.- Muhammad Ali

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Excellence is the best deterrent to racism or sexism. — Oprah Winfrey

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I feel that compassionate thought is the most precious thing there is. It is something that only we human beings can develop. And if we have a good heart, a warm heart, warm feelings, we will be happy and satisfied ourselves, and our friends will experience a friendly and peaceful atmosphere as well. This can be experienced community to community, country to country, continent to continent. - Dalai Lama

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Be aware that the difference between heaven and earth is not so much altitude but attitude.

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Dreams can become a reality when we possess a vision that is characterized by the willingness to work hard, a desire for excellence, and a belief in our right and our responsiblity to be equal members of society.- Janet Jackson

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Happiness is an attitude. We either make ourselves miserable, or happy and strong. The amount of work is the same. _ Francesca Reigler

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It’s not stress that kills us, it is our reaction to it. . . Adopting the right attitude can convert a negative stress into a positive one. — Hans Selye

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Every woman hates her own body. I don't know a woman who doesn't . . . well, I do know a few who love themselves but in the case of most women it's like, "ugh." And when I dress a woman, my design intention is to give them an attitude or a grace, no matter whether it's a wedding gown or ready-to-wear.

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