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CHARACTER

George Washington on Character

“Associate yourself with men of good quality if you esteem your own reputation; for 'tis better to be alone than in bad company.”

— George Washington, 1st President of the United States
George Washington on horseback pointing forward
Monday Musing for MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2026

Washington understood something fundamental: you become who you surround yourself with. The people in your inner circle shape your thinking, your standards, and your outcomes. This isn't about being elitist — it's about being intentional. This week, take stock of who you're spending your time with and whether they're lifting you higher.