Freedom prospers when religion is vibrant and the rule of law under God is acknowledged.
Ronald ReaganRead
I am very proud to be called a pig. It stands for pride, integrity and guts.
Interpretation
The quote reflects pride in one's identity and values, turning a potentially negative label into a badge of honor.
Ronald Reagan's quote highlights the concept of embracing one's identity and values even when they may be viewed negatively by others. By referring to himself as a 'pig,' he transforms a term that might imply slovenliness or foolishness into one that signifies pride, integrity, and courage, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and standing firm in one's beliefs despite societal judgments.
In practice
During a team meeting, I shared this quote to inspire my colleagues to embrace their unique strengths.
Freedom prospers when religion is vibrant and the rule of law under God is acknowledged.
Our status as a free society and world power is not based on brute strength. When we've taken up arms, it has been for the defense of freedom for ourselves and for other peaceful nations who needed our help. But now, faced with the development of weapons with immense destructive power, we've no choice but to maintain ready defense forces that are second to none. Yes, the cost is high, but the price of neglect would be infinitely higher.
I'm spending more time at this library in four days than I did at the Eureka College Library in four years.
I'm not a politician by profession. I am a citizen who decided I had to be personally involved in order to stand up for my own values and beliefs. My candidacy is based on my record, and for that matter, my entire life.
My fellow citizens, our nation is poised for greatness. We must do what we know is right, and do it with all our might. Let history say of us: "These were golden years - when the American Revolution was reborn, when freedom gained new life, and America reached for her best."
We must have faith in the people of this country and faith in our principles.
Do what nobody else can do for you. Omit to do anything else.
Remember that, sooner or later, before it ever reaches perfection, you will have to let it go and move on and start to write the next thing. Perfection is like chasing the horizon. Keep moving.
I must write each day without fail, not so much for the success of the work, as in order not to get out of my routine.
I push every day against forces that say you have to go faster, be more effective, be more productive, you have to constantly outdo yourself, you have to constantly outdo your neighbor - all of the stuff that creates an incredibly productive society, but also a very neurotic one.
Keep doing some kind of work, that the devil may always find you employed.
When you feel in your gut what you are and then dynamically pursue it - don't back down and don't give up - then you're going to mystify a lot of folks.
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