"On the whole, **it is best to do all that you can by yourself before seeking outside help**; for if you act consistently on this principle, you will find that you need less and less outside help." ([Location 2462](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B004PYDAPE&location=2462) --- **Tags** -- [[quotes]], [[resilience]], [[character]] **Source** -- [[20250103084100 - B - How to Read a Book]]