Weakness of Attitude Becomes Weakness of Character

Albert Einstein once said that quote and I discovered it in a forward today. It got me thinking...it rings pretty true doesn't it? If you dont have a certain attitude towards things, if you dont have opinions, then you simply dont have character do you? I think having discussions about impersonal topics build more character than gossip or talking about your personal life (granted that the second option can be way more fun and psychologically relieving). Spending time with yourself writing, reading, or just thinking about life builds more character than regretting the past, surfing the net, or thinking about your to-do lists. Putting the effort to do things that build character seems too tiring in comparison to doing random fun easy things, but we should remember to try to do them from time to time. Last thursday, met some friends, and we had deep discussions about things that happen in the world and we got into arguments, and discussions that felt good for the soul. I couldnt remember when was the last time I had such a conversation, and it really is a shame because its nice to feel you have an opinion, and are sharing it and listening to others sharing as well. Its healthy and people's attitude certainly will surface...and I think I agree with Einstein, that that builds character.