The trick is in what one emphasizes. We either make ourselves miserable, or we make ourselves happy. The amount of work is the same. – Carlos Castaneda
In our work and in our living, we must recognize that difference is a reason for celebration and growth, rather than a reason for destruction. – Audre Lorde
Everyone has a story that makes me stronger. I know that the work I do is important and I enjoy it, but it is nice to hear the feedback of what we do to inspire others. – Richard Simmons
No theory is good unless it permits, not rest, but the greatest work. No theory is good except on condition that one use it to go on beyond. – Andre Gide
All anyone asks for is a chance to work with pride. – W. Edwards Deming
There are moments when you feel that the desire to work is fading, and the only way to bring it back is to get away from it, to put yourself in a state of frustration so you feel the need again. – Emmanuelle Beart
People of genius do not excel in any profession because they work in it, they work in it because they excel. – William Hazlitt
I am living proof that the American dream still exists. It is still alive and well. There is only one trick, you have to be willing to roll up your sleeves and work very, very hard. – Paula Deen
The greatest weariness comes from work not done. – Eric Hoffer
What moves those of genius, what inspires their work is not new ideas, but their obsession with the idea that what has already been said is still not enough. – Eugene Delacroix
In reality, serendipity accounts for one percent of the blessings we receive in life, work and love. The other 99 percent is due to our efforts. – Peter McWilliams
Through selfless work, love of God grows in the heart. Then through his grace one realize him in course of time. God can be seen. One can talk to him as I am talking to you. – Ramakrishna
A lot of me is very up, and you have to have light and shade. They are both important and you have to be able to balance them. You have to admit that sadness is part of you and that it enriches you. I use it in my work. – Imelda Staunton
All I do, really, is go to work and try to be professional, be on time and be prepared. – Ben Affleck
We treat our people like royalty. If you honor and serve the people who work for you, they will honor and serve you. – Mary Kay Ash
Work joyfully and peacefully, knowing that right thoughts and right efforts inevitably bring about right results. – James Allen
After all, it is hard to master both life and work equally well. So if you are bound to fake one of them, it had better be life. – Joseph Brodsky
Inconsiderate, rude behavior drives me nuts. And I guess the inconsiderate rudeness of social ineptitude definitely fuels my work. – Cindy Sherman
Have thy tools ready. God will find thee work. – Charles Kingsley
It is not real work unless you would rather be doing something else. – James M. Barrie
