I think it's because most of us talk one way and live another. There are a few people who truly, truly walk the talk.
If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed.
If you make your bed every morning you will have accomplished the first task of the day. It will give you a small sense of pride and it will encourage you to do another task and another and another. . . . And, if by chance you have a miserable day, you will come home to a bed that is made - that you made - and a made bed gives you encouragement that tomorrow will be better.
If you can't do the little things right, you will never do the big things right.
You cant change the world alone - you will need some help - and to truly get from your starting point to your destination takes friends, colleagues, the good will of strangers and a strong coxswain to guide them.
Following is one of the most underrated aspects of leadership. . . . I have seen many a good [military unit] underachieve, because someone. . . thought the commander was incompetent, and quietly worked to undermine his authority.
I think the best way to get a good night sleep is to work hard throughout the day. If you work hard and, of course, work out.
Go to countries where you don't speak the language. Eat food that looks like you may not like it. Read all of the holy books.
Let us rather run the risk of wearing out than rusting out.
Turn off your email; turn off your phone; disconnect from the Internet; figure out a way to set limits so you can concentrate when you need to, and disengage when you need to. Technology is a good servant but a bad master.
Freedom is a new religion, the religion of our time.