You can't just play the way The Grateful Dead plays without working at it. It's not something that is easy or just happened to us. There was a long, slow process that brought that into being.

The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones.

The expectations of life depend upon diligence; the mechanic that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools.

Success depends upon previous preparation, and without such preparation, there is sure to be failure.

Instead of being concerned that you have no office, be concerned to think how you may fit yourself for office. Instead of being concerned that you are not known, seek to be worthy of being known.

Doing the best at this moment puts you in the best place for the next moment.