positive influence quotes

I just want to be a great example to younger kids.

But sports carried me away from being in a gang, or being associated with drugs. Sports was my way out.

My mother never cursed at home; my father never cursed at home. My father didn’t drink. Even though we were poor, we would say a blessing over the table. So that’s who I am.

Guilt is just as powerful, but its influence is positive, while shame’s is destructive. Shame erodes our courage and fuels disengagement.

The work an unknown good man has done is like a vein of water flowing hidden underground, secretly making the ground green.

When it comes to developing character strength, inner security and unique personal and interpersonal talents and skills in a child, no institution can or ever will compare with, or effectively substitute for, the home’s potential for positive influence.

Prince Charles is definitely my hero; he uses his position to do only good in this world.