Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars.

You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.

Strength and growth come only through continuous effort and struggle.

Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved.

Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will.

Be sure you put your feet in the right place, then stand firm.

That which does not kill us makes us stronger.

Unity is strength... when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved.

No one saves us but ourselves. No one can and no one may. We ourselves must walk the path.

Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength.

I love those who can smile in trouble, who can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. 'Tis the business of little minds to shrink, but they whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves their conduct, will pursue their principles unto death.

A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.

Kites rise highest against the wind - not with it.

Permanence, perseverance and persistence in spite of all obstacles, discouragements, and impossibilities: It is this, that in all things distinguishes the strong soul from the weak.