Disciplining yourself to do what you know is right and important, although difficult, is the highroad to pride, self-esteem, and personal satisfaction.
Margaret ThatcherAbout author
- Author's profession: Leader, Politician
- Nationality: english
- Born: October 13, 1925
- Died: April 8, 2013
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