When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds and diamonds are made under pressure
- Peter MarshallBecause a thing seems difficult for you, do not think it impossible for anyone to accomplish.
- Marcus AureliusDifficulties show men what they are. In case of any difficulty remember that God has pitted you against a rough antagonist that you may be a conqueror, and this cannot be without toil.
- EpictetusIt is difficulties that show what men are
- EpictetusThere are two ways of meeting difficulties: You alter the difficulties or you alter yourself to meet them.
- Phyllis BottomeThe trouble with doing something right the first time is that nobody appreciates how difficult it was
- Walt West