He who fears being conquered is sure of defeat. – Napoleon Bonaparte

He who fears being conquered is sure of defeat.

Napoleon Bonaparte

As is always the case with fear, the fear of defeat is often more overwhelming than defeat itself. It forces one into submission or despair even before the contest is truly over. It makes one believe that no matter how hard they try, they are bound to end up second best. And this fearful attitude eventually drains a person of all incentive to work hard; it all but ends any hope they have of succeeding in their endeavors. Realistically speaking, the battle is lost even before it has began.

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