Quotes By H. Jackson Brown Jr.

Opportunity dances with those already on the dance floor.

Success is getting what you want. Happiness is liking what you get.

You can't hire someone to practice for you.

People take different roads seeking fulfillment and happiness. Just because they're not on your road doesn't mean they've gotten lost.

You can always tell when a man's well informed. His views are pretty much like your own.

Good manners sometimes means simply putting up with other people's bad manners.

If someone offers you a breath mint, accept it.

Luck marches with those who give their very best.

Never forget the three powerful resources you always have available to you: love, prayer, and forgiveness.

Live so that when your children think of fairness, caring, and integrity, they think of you.

You must take action now that will move you towards your goals. Develop a sense of urgency in your life.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Remember that the happiest people are not those getting more, but those giving more.

If you're doing your best, you won't have any time to worry about failure.

Be smarter than other people, just don't tell them so.

When you are angry or frustrated, what comes out? Whatever it is, it's a good indication of what you're made of.

Never deprive someone of hope; it might be all they have.

Oh, the difference between nearly right and exactly right.

Sometimes the heart sees what is invisible to the eye.

In business or in life, don't follow the wagon tracks too closely.

Remember that the most valuable antiques are dear old friends.

The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.

When you have nothing important or interesting to say, don't let anyone persuade you to say it.

Let the refining and improving of your own life keep you so busy that you have little time to criticize others.

Choose your life's mate carefully. From this one decision will come 90 percent of all your happiness or misery.

Talent without discipline is like an octopus on roller skates. There's plenty of movement, but you never know if it's going to be forward, backwards, or sideways.

Our character is what we do when we think no one is looking.

We're constantly striving for success, fame and comfort when all we really need to be happy is someone or some thing to be enthusiastic about.

Nothing is more expensive than a missed opportunity.

Remember that children, marriages, and flower gardens reflect the kind of care they get.