"I cannot trust a man to control others who cannot control himself"

This quote by Robert E. Lee speaks to the importance of self-discipline and discipline. It suggests that a person who can not control their own habits and feelings is not fit to lead or control others. This is since a leader must have the ability to stay calm and made up in tight spots, and should have the ability to make decisions without being swayed by their own feelings. Furthermore, a leader needs to be able to set a good example for those they are leading, and if they can not control themselves, they can not anticipate others to do the exact same. This quote is a suggestion that a leader need to be able to show self-discipline and discipline in order to be an efficient leader.