“If you have no confidence in self, you are twice defeated in the race of life.”

Imagine beginning a race without believing you’re capable of running. That would make getting started and getting through much less likely.

Well, that’s how we sometimes approach life when our confidence wanes. This quote, by Marcus Garvey, reminds us that when we approach life without confidence, we lose the race twice. Once before we ever begin something challenging and again when we do.

Further Reading: “Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.”