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‘A boat that fears the crashing waves never sails across the ocean, but those who persist are never defeated.
Manoj was convinced that success would come to him only if he dared to walk down the difficult path and not the easy one.
The door to knowledge can only be reached through the corridors of selfless service
Vivekananda says that there is no greater a sin than calling oneself weak.
Talent did not bloom by itself, but flowered through untiring labour, limitless patience, total dedication, immense sacrifices and a burning desire for success.
‘Trouble arises when we are lured by promises of comfort, and surrender our ideals and let our soul darken.’
We must always aim high; we might miss the mark, but the flight will strengthen our wings,’
‘If there is love,’ responded Tyagiji, ‘the question of distraction does not arise. Love makes one pure-hearted, puts one at ease, sweeps away negative thoughts, and enhances the powers of concentration. When one is in love, one does everything with renewed enthusiasm, pure joy, and single-minded determination.’
‘Success has many fathers, failure is an orphan—so get used to such insults now.’
‘You are not focusing on the shuttle. So, you lose the game every time. Watch it till the end,’