"The safe course is to avoid situations which are disagreeable and dangerous. Such a course might get one by the issue of the moment, but it has bitter and evil consequences. In the long days and years which stretch beyond that moment of decision, one must live with one's self... It is not merely a question of peace of mind, although that is vital; it is a matter of integrity of character."
Dean Acheson, U.S. Secretary of State, stating to Senate Committee his position vis a vis Alger Hiss
Don't go where the path leads; go where there's no path and leave a trail.
It is common for great warriors to alienate not only those warriors but also those chieftains who produce mediocre results. Those who associate with inferior warriors may never even develop the qualities that characterize good people much less the qualities of superior warriors.
Warriors who resort to political maneuvering to gain advantage over their peers lack the talent to achieve recognition through merit.
Excellence can be attained if you...
- Care more than others think is wise;
Risk more than others think is safe;
Dream more than others think is practical;
Expect more than others think is possible.
