Skip to content

    “Adversity is the state in which man mostly easily becomes acquainted with himself, being especially free of admirers then.” ~ John Wooden

      “When there is freedom from mechanical conditioning, there is simplicity.  The classical man is just a bundle of routines, ideas and traditions.  If you follow the classical pattern, you are understanding the routine, the tradition, the shadow – you are not understanding yourself.” ~ Bruce Lee

        “It isn’t until you come to a spiritual understanding of who you are – not necessarily a religious feeling, but deep down, the spirit within – that you can begin to take control.” ~ Oprah Winfrey

          “If you come to fame not understanding who you are, it will define who you are.” ~ Oprah Winfrey

            “Follow your instincts. That’s where true wisdom manifests itself.” ~ Oprah Winfrey

              “As you become more clear about who you really are, you’ll be better able to decide what is best for you – the first time around.” ~ Oprah Winfrey

                “What lies behind you and what lies in front of you, pales in comparison to what lies inside of you.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

                  “Our chief want is someone who will inspire us to be what we know we could be.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

                    “Nobody can bring you peace but yourself.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

                      “Adversity introduces a man to himself.” ~ Author Unknown

                      The ultimate measure of a man:

                        The ultimate measure of a man.

                        Picture Quote Text:

                        “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” ~ Martin Luther King, Jr.