We are shaped not by what happens to us, but by the meaning ... - John French

"We are shaped not by what happens to us, but by the meaning we assign to those events."

John French Life

Military Field Marshal British 1852–1925

More from John French

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

"Life is what happens when you're busy making other plans."

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."

"It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light."

"Life is meant to be lived with passion."

"Life is what happens when you're busy making other plans."

"Life is a journey, not a destination."

"Life's too short for regrets."