My Thoughts on the significance of One, a tribute to Muhammad Ali, January 17, 1942 – June 3, 2016

Muhammad Ali (born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr.) was an American Olympic and professional boxer, widely regarded as one of the most significant and celebrated sports figures of the 20th century. From early in his career, Ali was known as an inspiring, controversial and polarizing figure both inside and outside the ring.

While he would be remembered for many things, I have found some of his quotes most inspiring and I dare say spiritual.

So at a time like we are going through, when many appear to be giving up on life and living, I choose to remember him by sharing his best ten quotes, with the hope that someone out there that has been knocked down by life and or living would be encouraged and strengthened to get back up and keep moving. 

10 Best Quotes from Muhammad Ali

1. "Friendship is not something you learn in school. But if you haven’t learned the meaning of friendship, you really haven’t learned anything.” – Muhammad Ali
2. "He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life.” – Muhammad Ali
3. "I hated every minute of training, but I said, “Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.”" – Muhammad Ali
4. "It isn't the mountains ahead to climb that wear you out; it's the pebble in your shoe.” – Muhammad Ali
5. "The man with no imagination has no wings.” – Muhammad Ali
6. "The man who views the world at 50 the same as he did at 20 has wasted 30 years of his life.” – Muhammad Ali
7. "Live everyday as if it were your last because someday you're going to be right.” – Muhammad Ali
8. "Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.” – Muhammad Ali
9. "Impossible is just a big word thrown around by small men who find it easier to live in the world they’ve been given than to explore the power they have to change it. Impossible is not a fact. It’s an opinion. Impossible is not a declaration. It’s a dare. Impossible is potential. Impossible is temporary. Impossible is nothing. - Muhammad Ali
10. "Don’t count the days; make the days count." – Muhammad Ali

Which of these 10 is your own favorite? Please share with me.

While there can never be another Muhammad Ali, we all can embody a measure of his compassion and his kindness built through a legacy of selflessnes.

Now, please stand up and go out there and make a difference.