Ben Carson

Medicine American 1951 99 quotes

Performed the first successful separation of conjoined twins joined at the head, known for 'Success is determined not by whether or not you face obstacles, but by your attitude toward them.'

Quotes by Ben Carson

Success is not measured by what you achieve, but by the obstacles you overcome.

Think Big: Unleashing Your Potential for Excellence

Through hard work, perseverance and a faith in God, you can live your dreams.

Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story

We are not defined by our past, but by our potential.

Think Big: Unleashing Your Potential for Excellence

The person who has the most to do with your success is you.

Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story

Knowledge is the key to unlocking your potential.

Think Big: Unleashing Your Potential for Excellence

Our brains are the most incredible computers ever created.

Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story

I'm a big believer in the power of the individual.

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Don't ever let anyone tell you that you're not good enough.

Think Big: Unleashing Your Potential for Excellence

The only way to do great work is to love what you do.

Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story

If you have a brain, you can think. If you can think, you can achieve anything.

Think Big: Unleashing Your Potential for Excellence

Character is more important than credentials.

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We need to stop being politically correct and start being intellectually honest.

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The best way to predict the future is to create it.

Think Big: Unleashing Your Potential for Excellence

Every human being has a brain, and that brain has the capacity to think, to reason, to create.

Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story

I believe in the American dream, because I've lived it.

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Our society has become so sensitive that we're afraid to say anything that might offend anyone.

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The most important thing you can do for your children is to teach them to think for themselves.

Think Big: Unleashing Your Potential for Excellence

When you have a strong belief system, it helps you to navigate through life.

Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story

I'm not a politician, I'm a problem solver.

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We need to get back to common sense.

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