To learn with success is not a very difficult task if some fundamental principles are laid __down_ to be the bases. In discussing this subject, four indispensable principles should __be mentioned__ , that is, diligence, devotion, constancy and punctuality.
All things can be conquered by diligence. It __makes__ the foolish wise, the poor rich, and the humble noble. It produces a wonderful effect. In learning, the work of a diligent fool doubles that of a lazy wit.
Devotion means to set our heart __off__ one thing at a time and give up all other thoughts. Never think of learning __another__ subject while studying one thing. Those who often change their studies will never succeed __in__ the long run. Therefore, in order to be successful we need devotion.
Constancy makes success a certainty, while inconstancy often __results__ in failure. __If__ we study day after day, there is nothing that can not be achieved. We should remember the proverb, “Constant dripping of water wears away a stone.”
__Besides__ these, there is another rule helpful to one’s accomplishments, that is, punctuality. The habit of keeping a regular time is __of__ extreme importance to successful learning. “Work while working; play while playing.” Every man will certainly become wise and successful if he does so.