Harvey Dorfman
Self-discipline is a form of freedom. Freedom from laziness and lethargy, freedom from the expectations and demands of others, freedom from weakness and fear-and doubt. Self-discipline allows a pitcher to feel his individuality, his inner strength, his talent. He is master of, rather than a slave to, his thoughts and emotions.Collection: Freedom
To focus on matters beyond our control is to misdirect energy, waste time, and doom us to frustration and failure.Collection: Frustration