Worthy character is best forged from a life of consistent, correct choices centered in the teachings of the Master.
Wherefore a good name is better than riches.
I'm a nice guy, you know. It's hard work to be an asshole.
If you want to be respected for your actions, then your behavior must be above reproach. If our lives demonstrate that we are peaceful, humble, and trusted, this is recognized by others.
Cowards are nice, they're interesting, they're gentle, they wouldn't think of shooting down people in a parade from a tower. They want to live, so they can see their kids. They're very brave.
I was a good little boy and a good student. I've never been arrested.
Good moral character is the first essential in a man.
I want to leave behind me the name of a fellow who never bullied a little boy, or turned his back on a big one.