Destiny

Character is destiny

Character is destiny
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  • Character is about doing the right thing even when no one’s looking. How you treat the weak and people who can’t do you any good reveal your character. It makes you trustworthy, dependable, more transparent, and confident in your life.

  • Don’t just allow anyone into your life. You only have limited time and energy, so spend it on people with character. Before you let someone in your life, ask yourself if you see an act of kindness in them? Or if they are a show-off? or if they are toxic to be around? Character is a better measure of a man/woman for friendships or relationships.

  • You don’t have to care about what others think of you, instead be concerned about what you really are, be self-aware. Your character, in a way, foretells your future and how you’ll handle your life.

But that’s just my take. Comment and share yours.


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Written by Garv Chawla · Stoic of the Day
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