Ethics is not for wimps. It's not easy being a good person. That's why it's such a lofty goal and an admirable achievement

When it comes to building character, wealth, good looks, athletic ability and even a high IQ are more likely to be impediments than advantages.

Some jobs require a more consistent challenge to moral courage than others. Politics is one. In such a setting terrifically good men and women will still be found wanting occasionally. No one does the right thing all the time. It would be more generous and fair to consider their batting average than to judge them only by their last worst act.

Character is the moral strength to do the right thing even when it costs more than you want to pay.

Success in anything important rarely comes without the Five Horsemen of Success: planning, effort, positivity, perseverance and resilience.

You don't have to be sick to get better.

Gratefulness is a payment everyone can afford.