“A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.”
Winston Churchill
This quote is commonly attributed to Winston Churchill, but I have not been able to locate a primary source. Use with caution in academic or professional contexts.
“Never give in—never, never, never, never, in nothing great or small, large or petty, never give in except to convictions of honour and good sense.”
— Winston Churchill Primary source“Give us the tools, and we will finish the job.”
— Winston Churchill Primary source“You do your worst—and we will do our best.”
— Winston Churchill Primary source“Nothing in life is so exhilarating as to be shot at without result.”
— Winston Churchill Primary sourceMore quotes by Winston Churchill →
“Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.”
— Thomas Edison Disputed“No pessimist ever discovered the secrets of the stars, or sailed to an uncharted land.”
— Helen Keller Primary source“Do not do that which you would not have known.”
— Benjamin Franklin Primary source“You may be too cunning for one, but not for all.”
— Benjamin Franklin Primary source