"Endure a rival with patience; the victory will rest with yourself." — Ovid

Meekness: Uncommon patience in planning a revenge that is worth while

Source: The Devil's Dictionary (1911)

Beware the fury of a patient man!

Source: The Poetical Works of John Dryden, volume 1

When it is obvious that the goals cannot be reached, don't adjust the goals, adjust the action steps

Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish

Wishing to be friends is quick work, but friendship is a slow ripening fruit

The trees that are slow to grow bear the best fruit

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