(25 quotes found)
“Doing what is expected is boring. Go beyond mediocre and aim toward excellence!”
Natasha Vanderlinden
“College is neither good for its own sake nor necessary . . . and that will not be the topic of my persuasive argument research paper.”
“The will is a powerful ally and desperate enemy. When not subdued by self-control, it becomes a tyrant of selfishness. Under the yoke of self-control however, it is a driving force of perseverance.”
“What I say must be under constant scrutiny. It is not enough to silence hurtful speech; I must endeavor to train this wiliest of muscles to enrich the lives of others.”
“Mastery of Self: A noble aim, impossible to grasp perfectly. The Hero: self, the embodiment of diligence. The Enemy: self, its laziest form of me. The struggle: continual. I cannot win, for I lack the strength to best my quality. However, by God's mercy, I'm enabled to make right choices and partake in all-encompassing Victory.”
“I often think things through beyond reason.”
“Unless I am on a deserted island, my actions affect others; I cannot live to myself. Even if alone on that island, my thoughts, actions, and subsequent character would be answerable to my Creator.”
“Responsibility is the ability to give a response, that is, an answer for what I have or have not done. Essentially, responsibility means maturity.”
“Discipline is denying the favored choice in pursuit of a higher goal.”
“DdEEterMI-NAAAAAtion: The process is painful, draining, and provides no ultimate guarantee. It is only for the stout of heart; the brave, the true . . . and those who have no alternative but to succeed.”
