"You cannot build character and courage by destroying men’s initiative and independence." ― William J. H. Boetcker Topic(s): Courage More From William J. H. Boetcker "Your success depends mainly upon what you think of yourself and whether you believe in yourself." "Never mind what others do; do better than yourself, beat your own record from day to day, and you are a success." "True religion… is giving and finding one’s happiness by bringing happiness into the lives of others." More In Courage "Well, number one I like dancing. Number two I knew it would be challenging because I had never done this type of dance before. I always wanted to and I happened to have the courage to go out there and give it my best shot."― Evander Holyfield "Liberals in Congress have spent the past three decades pandering to environmental extremists. The policies they have put in place are in large part responsible for the energy crunch we are seeing today. We have not built a refinery in this country for 30 years."― Marsha Blackburn "Freedom is the sure possession of those alone who have the courage to defend it."― Pericles