True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost.

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"The ideal attitude is to be physically loose and mentally tight."

- Arthur Ashe

Balance

"We must reach out our hand in friendship and dignity, both to those who would befriend us and those who would be our enemy."

- Arthur Ashe

Compassion

"You are never really playing an opponent. You are playing yourself, your own highest standards, and when you reach your limits, that is real joy."

- Arthur Ashe

Personal Growth

"Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can."

- Arthur Ashe

Motivation

"One important key to success is self-confidence. An important key to self-confidence is preparation."

- Arthur Ashe

Motivation

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"It is very brave of you to make that decision of going for surgery. The pain will soon be over. Sending you all the good luck and love! Best of luck with the surgery!"

Bravery

"I’ve been absolutely terrified every moment of my life – and I’ve never let it keep me from doing a single thing I wanted to do."

- Georgia O'Keeffe

Bravery

"Conquer Fear."

- Hustle Inspires Hustle

Bravery

"I'd walk through hell in a gasoline suit to play baseball."

- Pete Rose

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"Life is either a daring adventure or nothing."

- Helen Keller

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