A sense of humor… is needed armor. Joy in one’s heart and some laughter on one’s lips is a sign that the person down deep has a pretty good grasp of life. –Hugh Sidey Mantra: When I choose a sense of humor, I experience joy in my life.

The difference between one man and another is not mere ability . . . it is energy. ― Thomas Arnold Mantra: When I choose to put energy into my ability, I feel alive.

Measure yourself by…what you have accomplished with your ability. ― John Wooden Mantra: When I choose to use my ability, I feel empowered.

You have to have confidence in your ability, and then be tough enough to follow through. ― Rosalynn Carter Mantra: When I choose to have confidence in my abilities, I tap into inner strength and courage.

The greatest thing a man can do in this world, is to make the most possible out of the stuff that has been given him. This is success, and there is no other. ― Orison Swett Marden Mantra: When I choose to maximize my ability, I experience joy in pursuing my goals.

Believe in yourself! Have faith in your abilities! Without a humble but reasonable confidence in your own powers you cannot be successful or happy. ― Norman Vincent Peale Mantra: When I choose to have confidence in my abilities, I accomplish my dreams.