Self-respect is the root of discipline: The sense of dignity grows with the ability to say no to oneself. ―Abraham Joshua Heschel

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The test of a first-rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in mind at the same time and still retain the ability to function. --F. Scott Fitzgerald

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Knowledge will give you power, but character respect. -Bruce Lee

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It was character that got us out of bed, commitment that moved us into action, and discipline that enabled us to follow through. --Zig Ziglar

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Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it. ― Lou Holtz

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