Dostoevsky, what a line.

Hard Truths of Psychology and Life: 1.

80% of success is staying out of stupid conversations.

In moving toward mastery, you are bringing your mind closer to reality and to life itself. Anything that is alive is in a continual state of change and movement.

Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing.

For, in truth, there is no sure way of holding other than by destroying.

It is vital to keep your presence of mind, maintaining your mental powers, whatever the circumstances.

Extreme results come from extreme preparation.

New week: protect your peace, starve your distractions and don’t forget why you started.

LAW 47: DO NOT GO PAST THE MARK YOU AIMED FOR; IN VICTORY, LEARN WHEN TO STOP

Learn to destroy your enemies by opening holes in their own reputations. Then stand aside and let public opinion hang them.

Law 3: Conceal Your Intentions “Always keep your intentions obscure, making your moves unpredictable.”

“Victory belongs to the side that adapts the fastest.” — The 33 Strategies of War

Resistance, pain, and failure are not obstacles to mastery—they are the path to it.

Victory will forge stronger bonds than superficial friendliness.

As a woman, you need to understand one uncomfortable truth: to a man, love is secondary. It’s respect that keeps him committed, lose that and no amount of “love” will save you.

It is your own bad strategies, not the unfair opponent, that are to blame for your failures. You are responsible for the good and bad in your life.