Sitting Bull

Military Chief Native American 1831 – 1890

Lakota chief; led forces at Little Bighorn; resisted U.S. expansion westward.

380 quotes

"Creativity flows from the acceptance of all that we perceive and feel."
Creativity
"The warrior within you is awakened by the challenges you embrace."
Courage
"A grateful heart attracts blessings like flowers attract bees."
Gratitude
"The teaching of tolerance begins with the practice of understanding."
Education
"In times of darkness, the light within must shine brightest."
Hope
"Success is measured not by what you accumulate, but by what you give."
Success
"The rhythm of nature is the heartbeat of all creation."
Nature
"A man's power is not in his weapons, but in his wisdom and character."
Power
"The memories of our people are the foundation of our future."
History
"To love deeply is to risk everything; to love is the greatest risk of all."
Love
"A path walked with purpose is never too long."
Motivation
"The imagination of a child contains infinite possibilities."
Imagination
"Justice delayed is justice denied to those who have suffered."
Justice
"The healing of the people begins with the healing of the spirit."
Faith
"A humble man carries wisdom, while a proud man carries only his own shadow."
Wisdom
"The bonds of family are stronger than the storms of fate."
Family
"In every death, nature teaches us about renewal and rebirth."
Death
"A community that forgets its stories forgets its soul."
Philosophy
"The pursuit of happiness is found in service to others."
Happiness
"A barrier is only permanent if you believe it to be so."
Change
"The secrets of success are hidden in the habits of discipline."
Success
"To fear death is to refuse to truly live."
Courage
"The greatest work of art is a life well-lived in service to your people."
Art
"A whisper of truth is louder than a shout of lies."
Truth
"The healing power of nature is available to all who seek it with humility."
Nature
"A man of few words often possesses the deepest thoughts."
Philosophy
"The wealth of a nation is measured by the happiness of its children."
Success
"Faith is the bridge between the world we see and the world we cannot see."
Faith
"A legacy of peace is worth more than a legacy of conquest."
Peace
"The moment you understand your weakness is the moment you find your strength."
Strength