Your character is who you are.
Worry about your character, not your reputation.
Your character is who you are. Your reputation is who people think you are.” (John Wooden)
Focus on cultivating your character, for it is the essence of who you truly are—your values, integrity, and how you treat others when no one is watching.
Reputation, by contrast, is merely the perception others hold of you, often shaped by opinions, assumptions, or circumstances beyond your control. While reputation may fade, shift, or be misunderstood, your character remains steadfast, defining your authenticity and guiding your actions.
When you prioritize your character, you build a foundation of self-respect and inner peace, knowing that who you are matters far more than how others perceive you.