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William J. Weatherby

William J. Weatherby was an accomplished American author and journalist, renowned for his insightful portrayals of social issues and human relationships. With a background in journalism, he worked for prominent publications including The New York Times and The Observer. Weatherby is perhaps best known for his novel "Chariots of Fire," which was adapted into an Academy Award-winning film. His works reflect a keen understanding of character and society.

Book summaries for books written by William J. Weatherby

Quotes

I believe God made me for a purpose, but he also made me fast. And when I run I feel His pleasure.

William J. Weatherby

faithpurposerunning

I have no formula for winning the race. Everyone runs in her own way, or his own way. And where does the power come from, to see the race to its end? From within.

William J. Weatherby

individualityperseverance

I'm forever in pursuit and I don't even know what I am chasing.

William J. Weatherby

ambitionuncertainty

We are all made to run. We are all runners. Some take longer to find their stride.

William J. Weatherby

identityperseverance

I am a great believer in luck. The harder I work, the more luck I have.

William J. Weatherby

luckhard work

I run in the mornings before breakfast, that’s the best time. Your mind is clear, it’s empty, you’re not thinking about anything. It’s a great way to start the day.

William J. Weatherby

morningrunningmindfulness

I am forever in pursuit and I don't even know what I am chasing.

William J. Weatherby

ambitionuncertainty

You don't beat the crowd by following it.

William J. Weatherby

individualityleadership

I run to win, not to prove anything to anyone.

William J. Weatherby

competitionself-worth

We are each given a unique set of talents. It is our duty to use them to the fullest.

William J. Weatherby

talentduty

Running is the greatest metaphor for life, because you get out of it what you put into it.

William J. Weatherby

runninglife

Don't limit yourself. Many people limit themselves to what they think they can do. You can go as far as your mind lets you. What you believe, remember, you can achieve.

William J. Weatherby

limitationself-belief