I can spot empty flattery and know exactly where I stand. In the end it's really only my own approval or disapproval that means anything.
“We began intercepting Japanese radio transmissions, which indicated the two forces were very close to each other. We found out later that we were moving in opposite directions and passed each other by 32 miles.”
“You only live once. You don't want your tombstone to read: 'Played it Safe.'”