Quotes About Commitment

He would never get on anywhere except in an organization where fanaticism was more important than ability.

Seguir con lo que se está haciendo usualmente parece un sacrificio, pero casi nunca lo es.

When a man is certain that he knows God's will, and is resolved to do it regardless of the cost, he is the most dangerous person in the world.

But a woman was liable to put her child before everything else, in the end [...]

However, their affection for each other had proved strong enough to survive their differences—so far.

Of offering more than what I can deliver, I have a bad habit, it is true. But I have to offer more than I can deliver, To be able to deliver what I do.

But I tried though, he says. Goddammit, I sure as hell did that much, now, didn't I?

You're either on the bus or off the bus.

But I tried, though," he says. "Goddammit, I sure as hell did that much, now, didn't I?

I love them but I cannot give myself for them.

We have weeks, or months, or even years if need be. Keep in mind that Mr. McMurphy is committed. The length of time he spends in this hospital is entirely up to us. Now, if there is nothing else…

This is a crucial point, because it alerts us to the fact that, no matter how high-minded, idealistic, or altruistic a cause might appear—from ecology to cultural diversity to spirituality to world peace—the simple mouthing of intense support for that cause is not enough to determine why, in fact, that cause is being embraced.

The ladder is much higher than the climber, who remains committed to the lower rungs. It's one thing to tap into a higher level; quite another to actually live there! And the same thing can happen with spiritual experiences. People can temporarily access some very high rungs in the ladder or circle of awareness, but they refuse to actually live from those levels—they won't actually climb up there. Their center of gravity remains quite low, even debased

The spark for a relationship might come for free—a look, a word. But the fuel to keep it going would always be expensive.

Our only hope lies in the power of our love, generosity, tolerance and understanding and our commitment to making the world a better place for all.

I cannot guarantee people absolute fairness. I can only promise that I will do everything in my power to secure fairness or create a greater degree of fairness.

The day obedience becomes a quest and not an irritation is the day you gain power.

If one concentrates on one thing and does not get away from it ... he will possess strong, moving power.

Whatever it is, you have to show up for the job, and power through.

When you step into that boat you have made a silent commitment to your team that you will do everything in your power to help them win.

Intention is power. Intention is ownership. Intention is commitment. Intention is magic.

Joining the Liberal Party was a no-brainer for me... And when you are a young man, you don't get a calculator out saying, 'Am I going to get to power?' You get propelled forward by idealism.

Commitment cannot be taught; it can only be caught. I refer to the crusading spirit. Without the crusading spirit, you may have the starting power but not the staying power.

If you are going into show business for money and power, forget it! It won't happen. You don't go for that first.