Strength of character means the ability to overcome resentment against others, to hide hurt feelings, and to forgive quickly.
Copy Quote View & ShareDifficulties are meant to rouse, not discourage. The human spirit is to grow strong by conflict.
Copy Quote View & ShareDon't wish me happiness - I don't expect to be happy it's gotten beyond that, somehow. Wish me courage and strength and a sense of humor - I will need them all.
Copy Quote View & ShareWomen are like teabags. We don't know our true strength until we are in hot water!
Copy Quote View & ShareA mind at peace, a mind centered and not focused on harming others, is stronger than any physical force in the universe.
Copy Quote View & ShareI learned that it is the weak who are cruel, and that gentleness is to be expected only from the strong.
Copy Quote View & ShareWhen I use my strength in the service of my vision it makes no difference whether or not I am afraid.
Copy Quote View & ShareClimbing to the top demands strength, whether it is to the top of Mount Everest or to the top of your career.
Copy Quote View & ShareBecause your own strength is unequal to the task, do not assume that it is beyond the powers of man; but if anything is within the powers and province of man, believe that it is within your own compass also.
Copy Quote View & ShareToo often the strong, silent man is silent only because he does not know what to say, and is reputed strong only because he has remained silent.
Copy Quote View & ShareIf your determination is fixed, I do not counsel you to despair. Few things are impossible to diligence and skill. Great works are performed not by strength, but perseverance.
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