Quotes on Inspirational Character

Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.

In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock.

The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education.

Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.

Parents can only give good advice or put them on the right paths, but the final forming of a person's character lies in their own hands.

People do not seem to realize that their opinion of the world is also a confession of character.

The true measure of a man is how he treats someone who can do him absolutely no good.

Character, in the long run, is the decisive factor in the life of an individual and of nations alike.

The measure of a man's real character is what he would do if he knew he would never be found out.

No change of circumstances can repair a defect of character.

Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.

The best way out is always through.

Watch your thoughts, they become words. Watch your words, they become actions. Watch your actions, they become habit.

Intelligence plus character-that is the goal of true education.

Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect.

Most people say that it is the intellect which makes a great scientist. They are wrong: it is character.

Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet.

If you always put limit on everything you do, physical or anything else. It will spread into your work and into your life. There are no limits. There are only plateaus, and you must not stay there, you must go beyond them.

Be your character what it will, it will be known, and nobody will take it upon your word.