Francis Chichester quotes
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“If anything terrifies me, I must try to conquer it.”
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“Any damn fool can navigate the world sober. It takes a really good sailor to do it drunk.”
-- Francis Chichester -
“To the question, "When were your spirits at the lowest ebb?" the obvious answer seemed to be, "When the gin gave out."”
-- Francis Chichester
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“Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other.”
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“Don't worry when you are not recognized, but strive to be worthy of recognition.”
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“Never let shyness conquer your mind.”
Source : "Arfa Karim Randhawa Wins MCP – Interview". arfakarim.wordpress.com. January 14, 2012.
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“Grant graciously what you cannot refuse safely and conciliate those you cannot conquer.”
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