Character determines how we lead our lives, how we deal with life's unearned fortunes and misfortunes and how we make choices that… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Ordinary people, even weak people, can do extraordinary things through temporary courage generated by a situation. But the person of character does… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Neither heredity nor environment determine character. But whether we give in to or overcome the negative messages we are exposed to as… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
It's easier to make a good person better than to make a bad person good. — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Beware of people who constantly assert their integrity and honor. People of character don't have to point it out. — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Character is just another term for "good person." A person of character lives a worthy life guided by moral principles. A person… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Character is both formed and revealed by how one deals with everyday situations as well as extraordinary pressures and temptations. Like a… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
If you pay too much attention to your reputation, you could lose your character. — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Character is made up of core moral principles called the Six Pillars of Character: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, caring, fairness and citizenship. Each… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Good character is more important than wealth, good looks, popularity and even education. These things do not guarantee happiness and often they… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
It's actually easier to truly become a person of good character than to persuade others we are what we are not. — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Its a sign of troubled times when the concept of pressure becomes an acceptable excuse for ethical shortcuts and moral shortcomings. Pressures… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
There's some wisdom and no moral deficiency to one who holds courage in reserve and uses it as a last resort. Before… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
We all have three characters: the one we really have, the one we try to convince the world we have, and the… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Successful or not, acts of physical courage always bring honor. It is the smaller forms of valor - standing up for principle… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Character is doing the right thing even when it costs more than you want to pay. When it comes to character, you… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
There is no adversity that cannot be overcome by good character. — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
The way we treat people we think can't help or hurt us - like housekeepers, waiters, and secretaries - tells more about… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
A person of character knows the difference between right and wrong and always tries to do the right thing for the right… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
When it comes to building character, wealth, good looks, athletic ability and even a high IQ are more likely to be impediments… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Character is not only doing the right thing when no one is looking, it's doing the right thing when everyone is looking.… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
No one is born with good character; it's not a hereditary trait. And it isn't determined by a single noble act. Character is established… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
America is a song that sounds the best when we all sing together - at least for a while. — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Approach the New Year with resolve to find the opportunities hidden in each new day. — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
The difference between stepping stones and stumbling blocks is not in the event itself but how you think about it and what you do… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Pretty isn't beauty. Pretty is how you look; Beauty is who you are. Pretty is in the face and body; Beauty is in the… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Sportsmanship is the ethical and moral dimension of sports. It is demonstrated by a number of attributes and attitudes such as fair play, respect… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
The key to success is effort. The bigger the goal, the greater the effort. — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
“We can't live forever but what we do can change lives forever.” — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Take pride in how far you've come. Have faith in how far you can go. But don't forget to enjoy the journey. — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Leadership is not a matter of authority, it is a matter of influence. A true leader teaches others to understand more, motivates them to… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
People who don't believe in you are right only if you believe they are. — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
