My pick
517. Remember that everyone you meet is afraid of something, loves
something, and has lost something.
519.
Learn the rules. Then break some.
530.
Remember that 80% of the success in any job is based on your ability to deal
with people.
531.
Never swap your integrity for money, power, or fame.
541.
Never be ashamed of laughter that's too loud or singing that's too joyful.
543.
Don't trust your memory; write it down.
573.
Don't overlook life's small joys while searching for the big ones.
600.
There are people who will always come up with reasons why you can't do what you
want to do. Ignore them.
633.
Do the right thing, regardless of what others think.
639.
Life will sometimes hand you a magical moment. Savor it.
649.
Don't confuse comfort with happiness.
658.
Marry a woman you love to talk to. As you get older, her conversational skills
will be as important as any other.
664.
If you want to do something and you feel in your bones that it's the right
thing to do, do it. Intuition is often as important as the facts.
667.
Everyone loves praise. Look hard for ways to give it to them.
668.
Spend some time alone.
682.
Allow your children to face the consequences of their actions.
685.
You may be fortunate and make a lot of money. But be sure your work involves
something that enriches your spirit as well as your bank account.
688.
Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer.
691.
Don't dismiss a good idea simply because you don't like the source.
694.
What you must do, do cheerfully.
695.
Don't waste time waiting for inspiration. Begin, and inspiration will find you.
697.
When you say, "I love you," mean it.
709.
Deadlines are important. Meet them.
710.
When you find someone doing small things well, put him or her in charge of
bigger things.
711.
Read more books.
713.
Remember that a good price is not necessarily what an object is marked, but
what it is worth to you.
715.
Remember that the more you know, the less you fear.
721.
When you find something you really want, don't let a few dollars keep you from
getting it.
742.
Keep your private thoughts private.
760.
Champion your wife. Be her best friend and biggest fan.
767.
Never say anything uncomplimentary about your wife or children in the presence
of others.
775.
Apologize immediately when you lose your temper, especially to children.
782.
A loving atmosphere in your home is so important. Do all you can to create a tranquil,
harmonious home.
783.
When you tell a child to do something, don't follow it with, "Okay?"
Ask instead, "Do you understand?"
784.
Remember that almost everything looks better after a good night's sleep.
797.
In disagreements with loved ones, deal with the current situation. Don't bring
up the past.
803.
Don't take good friends, good health, or a good marriage for granted.
808.
Do a good job because you want to, not because you have to. This puts you in
charge instead of your boss.
824.
Spend your time and energy creating, not criticizing.
829.
Let your children see you do things for your wife that lets them know how much
you love and treasure her.
830.
Take photographs of every car you own. Later, these photos will trigger wonderful
memories.
837.
Think twice before deciding not to charge for your work. People often don't
value what they don't pay for.
850.
At meetings, resist turning around to see who has just arrived late.
888.
Remember that ignorance is expensive.
892.
Never tell a person who's experiencing deep sorrow, "I know how you
feel." You don't.
893.
Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a stroke of good luck.
