Failure as a Sign of Effort
If you don't fail, you're not even trying.
Denzel Washington
American actor and director, twice Academy Award winner, known for his role in 'Training Day' and many other films.
All moments: Denzel Washington
- Dream Eternally, Live Today — Denzel Washington
Dream as if you'll live forever, live as if you'll die today.
- Character Over Possessions — Denzel Washington
At the end of the day it's not about what you have, it's about who you are.
- No Shortcuts to Worthy Destinations — Denzel Washington
There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.
- Purpose: The Object of Striving — Denzel Washington
Purpose is the object toward which one strives. Without it you're lost.
- Faith Before the Camera — Denzel Washington
I always pray before I start a film. It gives me clarity and purpose.
- Comfort Threatens Progress — Denzel Washington
Ease is a greater threat to progress than hardship.
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