John Wooden

some quotes from John Wooden-

"Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.”


“If you're not making mistakes, then you're not doing anything. I'm positive that a doer makes mistakes.”


“You can't let praise or criticism get to you. It's a weakness to get caught up in either one.”


“Talent is God given. Be humble. Fame is man-given. Be grateful. Conceit is self-given. Be careful.”


"Ability may get you to the top, but it takes character to keep you there.”


John Wooden's Seven Point Creed, given to him by his father Joshua upon his graduation from grammar school:
Be true to yourself.
Make each day your masterpiece.
Help others.
Drink deeply from good books, especially the Bible.
Make friendship a fine art.
Build a shelter against a rainy day.
Pray for guidance and give thanks for your blessings every day.