On the record
This is the point I want to make with you; that one of the reasons you are here is that you may learn to overcome difficulties.
Said by
Booker T. Washington
Source
gutenberg.orgBooker T. Washington: “This is the point I want to make with you; that one of the reasons you are here is that you may learn to overcome…”
Editor's note · Context
He points out that facing difficulties is a key reason for students' presence at the institution, as it builds resilience.
Share
More from Booker T. Washington
Jan 1, 1901
The more I come into contact with wealthy people, the more I believe that they are growing in the direction of looking upon their money simply as an instrument which God has placed in their hand for doing good with.
Jan 1, 1901
In the economy of God there is but one standard by which an individual can succeed—there is but one for a race.
Jan 1, 1901
Despite superficial and temporary signs which might lead one to entertain a contrary opinion, there was never a time when I felt more hopeful for the race than I do at the present.
Jan 1, 1901
We try to keep constantly in mind the fact that the worth of the school is to be judged by its graduates.