everyday inspiration

Fail Better

“Progress could be slow and frustrating. And, of course, that could make you angry. … we needed to fight for our rights and concentrate on the things we could control. And what you can control… is your own performance.” – Ken Chenault, CEO of American Express

“You’re gonna have trouble doing a lot of things in life, but they can be done. If you say ‘I can’t’ that means there’s no solution, you’ve given up, you’ve quit.” – Matthew McConaughey

“Don’t give up. Fatigue, discomfort, discouragement are merely symptoms of effort.” – Morgan Freeman

Finding your passion will eventually get you to where you’re supposed to be.” – Katie Couric

“Follow your bliss… but don’t sleep with your boss. You will succeed.” – Barbara Walters

“Ever tried. Ever failed. No Matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better.” – Samuel Beckett

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3 responses

  1. Samantha

    LOVE THIS! I just want to print all these out and post them somewhere where I’ll see them first thing in the morning for a guaranteed daily boost! 🙂

    September 4, 2011 at 5:15 pm

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