Quotes By H. Jackson Brown Jr.

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

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

Nothing is more expensive than a missed opportunity.

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.

Life doesn't require that we be the best, only that we try our best.

Marrying an old bachelor is like buying second-hand furniture.

You either make dust or eat dust.

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.

Opportunity dances with those already on the dance floor.

You can't hire someone to practice for you.

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.

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.

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.

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

I never expect to lose. Even when I'm the underdog, I still prepare a victory speech.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Find a job you like and you add five days to every week.

Love is when the other person's happiness is more important than your own.

Always kiss your children goodnight, even if they're already asleep.

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

Oh, the difference between nearly right and exactly right.