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CHAPTER
13
IN
DAILY LIFE
IT
IS the correct thing to live a straightforward and upright life, to be orderly
and decent in everything. This can be done only by the formation of proper
habits. Remember that a habit is as easily cultivated as a plant. Daily
attention is absolutely essential to success; and if it is given, then success
is certain. Without it, of course, nothing can be done. Any taste or inclination
can be overcome by resistance persevered in without wavering. Remember
that habits of industry are quite easily acquired by resolution, and that there
is no excuse for the man who does not form them. To rich or poor they are
essential if anything is to be accomplished during life. A rich man without
these habits sinks into obscurity. Early
rising is valuable, not merely because it counteracts the tendency to sloth and
enables you to use the best hours of the day for work and study, but also
because it prevents that midnight dissipation which is fatal when it becomes
habitual. You
should accustom yourself to fulfil your intentions and resolves, if you have
determined to rise early, do not let idleness break your determination when the
time comes. If you have made certain plans for the day, resolutely carry them
out. A
man who has no profession and no occupation should be as exact and punctual in
business matters as those whose lives are devoted to business. Never neglect the
business matters in connection with your affairs. To do so means too probably
ruin at some future day and certainly embarrassment. A rich man should
understand the value of money just as well as a poor one. Recollect that there
is nothing grand in being cheated or in throwing money away by unbusinesslike
proceedings. Those who benefit by it only ridicule you. If you have more money
than you need, there are always persons at hand who are in real need and can be
benefited by it. You should observe the habits of successful men and endeavor to
acquire them. You will find they are careful, watchful, prompt, and exact. In
business you can not act in a hurry. You cannot pass over trifles as if of no
importance. You can not afford to be dilatory or careless. Be courteous,
thoughtful, and pleasant in all your dealings, and last, but not least, be
honest.
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