Motivation Quotes

"The men who stood with me that night were not heroes by nature but by choice."

"A life lived in service to something greater than oneself is a life well-lived."

"Motivation derived from duty lasts longer than motivation from reward."

"A man is most dangerous when he believes his cause justifies any means."

"Opportunity whispers to some and shouts at others—hear it wisely."

"An army of principles will penetrate where an army of soldiers cannot."

"The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing."

"The horse beneath me knew the urgency that burned in my chest."

"In the moment of greatest danger, I found clarity of purpose."

"The ride taught me that desperation and determination are the fuel of heroism."

"Motivation comes not from external rewards, but from internal conviction."

"Motivation that depends on external approval is fragile and unreliable."

"I must depend upon the supposition that good principles, honest intentions, and a sincere desire to promote the public good."

"The world continues to offer glittering prizes to those who have stout hearts and sharp swords."

"Passion for liberty is the predominant feature of a virtuous citizen."

"The true patriot loves his country more than his own comfort."

"The future depends on what we do in the present."

"Shall we gather strength by irresolution and inaction? Will it strengthen us to lie supinely on our backs?"

"The eyes of America are now upon us."

"The eyes of the whole world are upon us now."

"Ambition without principle never was long under the control of its owner."

"I have come to a fixed resolution to obtain the summit of my profession or to die in the attempt."

"Knowing is not enough, we must apply. Being willing is not enough, we must do."

"Extraordinary abilities are not needed to accomplish extraordinary things."

"It is the duty of every true friend of human nature and human happiness to promote and defend the cause of universal truth."

"Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude."

"Let me now impress upon you the importance of action."

"I have always thought that one man of tolerable abilities may work great changes, and accomplish great affairs."

"Woman must have a purpose and be active."

"By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail."