“The power behind taking responsibility for your actions lies in putting an end to negative thought patterns. You no longer dwell on what went wrong or focus on whom you are going to blame. You don't waste time building roadblocks to your success. Instead, you are set free and can now focus on succeeding.”

“Don’t compromise your focus by comparing what you are trying to learn to what you already know. Focus in the moment, on what you are trying to learn now.”

“Managing excuses means not excusing yourself from the responsibility you need to take with your thought, words, and actions.”

“Your success is your responsibility. Take the initiative, do the work, and persist to the end.”

“Set aside your repertoire of objections and own 100 percent of your focus.”

“Own 100 percent of your focus. The most challenging of endurance drills will bring you to a level of optimal mental and physical performance.”

“Don't make excuses for why you're not doing what you have already deemed critical to your success.”