The ultimate measure of a man ...

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.
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.

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I've always come back from adversity, and I've always had the mentality of proving people wrong.
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I like to challenge hitters with a 'Here it is, hit it,' mentality. It's definitely a big part of my game, especially when I get in situations where I need it. I usually save a little bit so it's there for me.
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If a warrior is to succeed at anything, the success must come gently, with a great deal of effort but with no stress or obsession.
A warrior takes his lot, whatever it may be, and accepts it in ultimate humbleness. He accepts in humbleness what he is, not as a grounds for regret but as a living challenge.

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That old law about 'an eye for an eye' leaves everybody blind. The time is always right to do the right thing.
 Martin Luther King Jr.
Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into a friend.
 Martin Luther King Jr.
Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'
 Martin Luther King Jr.
Science investigates; religion interprets. Science gives man knowledge which is power; religion gives man wisdom which is control.
 Martin Luther King Jr.
In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.
 Martin Luther King Jr.