This running shoe philosophy is fine in high school, but accepting that there are differences in ability between us all is an important aspect to maturity.
"Nothing in the world can take the place of Persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent." -- Calvin Coolidgehttp://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=340466
