Read inspirational quotes about expecting the best from yourself, making bold decisions and forging a strong self-identity.
Shirley MacLaine On Risk
For me, the safest place is out on a limb.
Shirley MacLaine, actress
Sam Walton On Excellence
High expectations are the key to everything.
Sam Walton, Walmart founder
Les Brown On Self-Confidence
Other people's opinion of you does not have to become your reality.
Les Brown, motivational speaker
Beverly Sills On Ambition
I always tried to go a step past wherever people expected me to end up.
Beverly Sills, opera singer
Confucius On Fundamentals
Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated.
Confucius, philosopher
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