"I Refuse To Sink," & A Quote On Having An Anti-Herd Mentality:

http://mobile.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/f/franklind135688.html

Here's a good quote I kept in my heart, because it encouraged me in the midst of extreme hardships. Breaking away from the herd can be extremely punishing, but it's where you gain something much more valuable, your own sense of self-worth and strength. Although there's no actual reward for it, why not try competing with just yourself, not others? Our society tends to promote an oppressive herd mentality of success through Neanderthal means.