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“Few things are impossible to diligence and skill.” Samuel Johnson, The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abissinia
“The pleasure of work is open to anyone who can develop some specialised skill, provided that he can get satisfaction from the exercise of his skill without demanding universal applause.” Bertrand Russell, The Conquest of Happiness
“Champions aren't made in gyms. Champions are made from something deep inside — a desire, a dream, and a vision. They have to have the skill and the will. But the will must be stronger than the skill.” Muhammad Ali, The Soul of a Butterfly
“bangs and smoke were more often the marks of ineptitude than expertise.” J. K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
“Let nature take its course, and your tools will strike at the right moment.” Bruce Lee, Tao of Jeet Kune Do
“But courtiers don’t take wagers against the king’s skill. There is the deadly danger of winning.” Isaac Asimov, Foundation
“My whole life is about forgetting. It’s my most valuable job skill.” Chuck Palahniuk, Survivor

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