An equation for life.   This is a very important relation.  Let A  = (your) attitude, P  = (your) persistence, and I  = (your) intelligence.  In terms of your quantified versions of these             In words, your attitude quotient plus your persistence quotient exceeds your intelligence quotient. This simple  inequality demonstrates your attitude and persistence applied to your life can have more effect than your native intelligence.  Indeed, look around you.  Note how some people, idiots in your mind, have achieved what you desire. Now look at their attitude and persistence. That's how they did it.  Indeed I believe in many cases    The lesson here is not to give up because you  think you don't have the smarts.  Keep at it with a strong and positive attitude and with a relentless spirit for achievement.   -----------------------------------------------------------------------   On Power.   Some people crave power far more than fame or wea...
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