"Associate yourself with  men of good quality if you esteem your own reputation; for 'tis better to be alone that in bad company." 
                                    George Washington 
                                                  
Reflection: I think this quote means if you are with bad people you will do bad things so it is best to stay away from them. If being around bad people is bad influence for you it is better to be by yourself if that is going to help you be good and choose the right. You have to surround yourself with people choosing positive things in life it is best for you.