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You can develop a burning desire to succeed. How? Keep your mind on the things you want and off the things you don't want.
W. Clement Stone
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W. Clement Stone
Age: 100 †
Born: 1902
Born: May 4
Died: 2002
Died: September 3
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Chicago
Illinois
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We translate into reality thoughts of poverty just as quickly as we do thoughts of riches. But when our attitude toward ourselves is big, and our attitude toward others is generous and merciful, we attract big and generous portions of success.
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With every adversity there is a seed of an equivalent or greater benefit for those who are motivated with positive mental attitude to become achievers.
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I have a magnificent obsession. All I want to do is change the world ...make it a better place for this and future generations.
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When life hands you a lemon, squeeze it and make lemonade.
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If you know what you want, you can find a way to get it.
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The reason so few people are successful is no one has yet found a way for someone to sit down and slide uphill.
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Have the courage to say no. Have the courage to face the truth. Do the right thing because it is right. These are the magic keys to living your life with integrity.
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When you know principles that can motivate you, you will then know principles that can motivate others. Conversely, when you know principles that can motivate others, you will then know principles that can motivate you.
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You can profit by disappointment - if it is turned into inspirational dissatisfaction with a positive mental attitude.
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