Writing novels is largely about endurance and patience. I take a lot of breaks, hit walls, and go do something else while I think things through. But I do it every day, and I try to treat it as a job, something that is not dictated by whimsy or muses.
Copy QuoteIt is easier to find men who will volunteer to die, than to find those who are willing to endure pain with patience.
Copy Quote View & SharePatience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish.
Copy Quote View & ShareGood character is not formed in a week or a month. It is created little by little, day by day. Protracted and patient effort is needed to develop good character.
Copy Quote View & ShareSometimes things aren't clear right away. That's where you need to be patient and persevere and see where things lead.
Copy Quote View & ShareThe key to everything is patience. You get the chicken by hatching the egg, not by smashing it.
Copy Quote View & ShareOnly those who have patience to do simple things perfectly ever acquire the skill to do difficult things easily.
Copy Quote View & ShareBe patient and understanding. Life is too short to be vengeful or malicious.
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