Neither heredity nor environment determine character. But whether we give in to or overcome the negative messages we are exposed to as we wend our way through life is often determined by whether our parents, teachers, mentors and friends exposed us to good examples and morally inspiring ideas.

Approach the New Year with resolve to find the opportunities hidden in each new day.

There is no objective criteria for either success or failure. People who achieve their goals are successful, those who don't are not.

Character is ethics in action.

Ethics is not about the way things are, it is about the way things ought to be.

Gratitude is not a payment for a kindness but another form of gift.

Be thankful for quality competitors who push you to your limit.