An active mind cannot exist in an inacti... by George S. Patton | We Heart Quotes

American Leadership Army World War II general

An active mind cannot exist in an inactive body.

- George S. Patton

Other quotes by George S. Patton

Successful

All very successful commanders are prima donnas and must be so treated.

- George S. Patton

People

You need to overcome the tug of people against you as you reach for high goals.

- George S. Patton

Time

There is a time to take counsel of your fears, and there is a time to never listen to any fear.

- George S. Patton

Fear

Courage is fear holding on a minute longer.

- George S. Patton

Man

If a man has done his best, what else is there?

- George S. Patton

People

If you tell people where to go, but not how to get there, you'll be amazed at the results.

- George S. Patton

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