I have always prided myself that I do my own thinking. I have my own philosophy. I have my own answer to the reasons things have turned out in my life.
MAJOR DICK WINTERSSuicide is a very permanent solution to what is usually a temporary problem.
More Major Dick Winters Quotes
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Physical stamina is the root of mental toughness.
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The paratroopers were the best soldiers at the infantry school and I wanted to be with the best.
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I found myself highly critical of any leader who failed to lead by example.
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True satisfaction comes from getting the job done. Ribbons, medals, and accolades, then, are poor substitutes to the ability to look yourself in the mirror every night and know that you did your best.
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If you have character, that means the guy you are dealing with can trust you.
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Very few men can remain poised under an artillery concentration.
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The only thing I asked for now was to be alive tomorrow morning and to survive another day. That was all that mattered.
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Never, ever give up regardless of the adversity.
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The intensity of a fire, or a heavy concentration, to be a leader, you have to be able to concentrate on that fire and move just as soon as it stops or the last round hits.
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We all experienced sleep deprivation at times – hat is the nature of stress but a physically exhausted leader routinely makes poor decisions in times of crisis.
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As a leader you do not stop and calculate your losses during combat.
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War is romantic only to those who are far away from the sounds and turmoil of battle.
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There is no need to tell someone how to do his job if you have properly trained your team.
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The recurring theme which predisposes people to depression is rejection and lack of self-esteem.
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Anticipate problems and prepare to overcome obstacles. Don’t wait until you get to the top of the ridge and then make up your mind.
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