“I do not know whether I shall make progress; but I should prefer to lack success rather than to lack faith.”
Epistulae Morales ad Lucilium (Moral Letters to Lucilius), Letter XXV: On Reformation
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Seneca the Younger 225
Roman Stoic philosopher, statesman, and dramatist -4–65 BCRelated quotes

“It's a lack of faith that makes people afraid of meeting challenges, and I believe in myself.”
As quoted in 101 Best Ways to Get Ahead (2004) edited by Michael E. Angier, with Sarah Pond, p. 59

The Poverty of Philosophy
Albums, Revolutionary Vol. 1 (2001)

“My silences he mistook for a lack of wit rather than a lack of any need to speak.”
Source: Assassin's Apprentice

“I have nothing in common with lazy people who blame others for their lack of success.”

“I do not fear computers. I fear the lack of them.”
Variant: I do not fear computers. I fear lack of them.

“"I quit. I can't play anymore. I lack the desire to do it. "”
Parei. Não dá mais. Não tenho mais vontade.
Source: Veja Magazine; 1886 Edition. January 5th, 2005.
Context: Announcing his retirement.

Books, When Will Jesus Bring the Pork Chops? (2004)