The Test of Courage and Tolerance...Ralph Sockman

The test of courage comes when we are in the minority.  The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority.  --Ralph W. Sockman

Want To Get Motivated?...Zig Ziglar-In Memorian

Do it, and then you will feel motivated to do it.  --Zig Ziglar (1926 -- 2012)

10 Things Authentic Leaders Do...#9They Commit To Excellence Rather Than Perfection.

#9

They commit to excellence rather than perfection. No human being is perfect. Every single one of us is a work in progress. Authentic leaders commit themselves to excellence in everything that they do. They are constantly pushing the envelope and raising their standards. They do not seek perfection and have the wisdom to know the difference. What would your life look like if you raised your standards well beyond what anyone could ever imagine of you?

--Robin Sharma, author of 'The Saint, The Surfer and The CEO

Source:  http://leadership.uoregon.edu/resources/exercises_tips/leadership_reflections/10_things_authentic_lead

Define Yourself...Harvey Fierstein

“Never be bullied into silence. Never allow yourself to be made a victim. Accept no one's definition of your life, but define yourself.” 

― Harvey Fierstein

I Expect God...A Song of David

"Be brave. Be strong. Don’t give up. Expect God to get here soon."

A Song (Psalm) of David 31:24 (The Message Bible)

A Positive Outlook...Maya Angelou

“You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” 

--Maya Angelou

Faith...Dan Millman

“Faith means living with uncertainty – feeling your way through life, letting your heart guide you like a lantern in the dark.” --Dan Millman