There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.

There are no bad mistakes in maths, only discoveries.

There is no elevator to success, you have to take the stairs.

Work ethic is important, because, unlike intelligence, athleticism, or charisma, or any natural attribute, it’s a choice.

I had no time is no excuse. 1 hour is 4% of your day and 1 minute is 0.34 % of your day.

The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. 

You can be shown the path, but only you can make the first step.

Pure mathematics is in its way, the poetry of logical ideas.

The power of reflection is the most powerful skill you’ll learn.

Don’t practice until you get it right, practice until you can’t get it wrong.

Shoot for the moon and even if you miss you’ll land among the stars/

There is great wisdom in being able to realise that you don’t understand something before it goes too far.

Don't expect to be good at maths or understand things straight away. Be patient and persistent. The most powerful warriors are patience and time.

You're not in competition with anyone but yourself. Outdo your past, not other people.

Never underestimate the importance of small steps. small steps = big changes.