You need courage to be creative. You need the courage to see things differently, courage to go against the crowd, courage to take a different approach, courage to stand alone, if you have to, courage to choose activity over inactivity.
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What you become is far more important that what you get. What you get will be influenced by what you become.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Your character and personal growth are more significant than material gains.
This quote by Jim Rohn emphasizes the idea that the transformation of one's self—through personal development, character building, and growth—is ultimately more valuable than the external rewards one may achieve. It suggests that the journey of becoming a better person shapes the outcomes one experiences in life, highlighting the importance of internal change over merely acquiring possessions or accomplishments.
Themes
Personal GrowthCharacterMotivationSuccessValues
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to inspire personal development.
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