"The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way."
"The true man is revealed in difficult times. So when trouble comes, think of yourself as a wrestler whom God, like a trainer, has paired with a tough young buck. For what purpose? To turn you into Olympic-class material."
"Get busy with life’s purpose, toss aside empty hopes, get active in your own rescue—if you care for yourself at all—and do it while you can."
"Remember from now on whenever something tends to make you unhappy, draw on this principle: 'This is no misfortune; but bearing with it bravely is a blessing."
"On the occasion of every accident that befalls you, remember to turn to yourself and inquire what power you have for turning it to use."
"Circumstances don't make the man, they only reveal him to himself."
"The bravest sight in the world is to see a great man struggling against adversity."
"You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength."
"Fire tests gold, suffering tests brave men."
"Here is a rule to remember in future, when anything tempts you to feel bitter: not "This is misfortune," but "To bear this worthily is good fortune.""