Quotation by

George S. Patton

I don't measure a man's success by how high he climbs but how high he bounces when he hits bottom.

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Success is judged not by the greatest achievements or the highest points a person reaches, but by their ability to recover and keep going after facing failure or setbacks. It emphasizes resilience and the strength shown in overcoming difficulties rather than just initial accomplishments.

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