Crises (see also Adversity)

“Crises bring out the best of us and the worst of us.” (Anonymous)

“These are the times that try men's souls.” (Thomas Payne)

“There can't be a crisis next week. My schedule is already full.” (Henry Kissinger)

“Watch out for emergencies. They are your big chance.” (Fritz Reiner)

“When written in Chinese, the word ''crisis'' is composed of two characters – one represents danger, and the other represents opportunity.”
(John F. Kennedy)

“A man has no more character than he can command in a time of crisis.”(Ralph W. Sockman)

“Any idiot can face a crisis – it's day to day living that wears you out.” (Anton Chekhov)