H. Jackson Brown Jr.

36 quotes

Biography

Horace Jackson Brown Jr. was an American author who was best known for his inspirational book, Life's Little Instruction Book, which was a New York Times Best Seller (1991–1994). Its sequel Life's Little Instruction Book: Volume 2 also made it to the best seller list in 1993.

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

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

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"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."

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"Acquaintances we meet, enjoy, and can easily leave behind; but friendship grows deep roots."

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

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

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"Earn your success based on service to others, not at the expense of others."

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"While we may lose heart, we never have to lose hope."

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"Remember that everyone you meet is afraid of something, loves something and has lost something."

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"A kiss on the beach when there is a full moon is the closest thing to heaven."

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

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

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"Don't forget, a person's greatest emotional need is to feel appreciated."

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"Hope is not a resting place but a starting point - a cactus, not a cushion."

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"The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today."

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"Never give up on anybody. Miracles happen everyday."

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"I've learned that you know your husband still loves you when there are two brownies left and he takes the smaller one."

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"Hope is the magic carpet that transports us from the present moment into the realm of infinite possibilities."

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"Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures."

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

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"Remember that the most valuable antiques are dear old friends."

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"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."

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"Don’t waste time waiting for inspiration. Begin, and inspiration will find you."

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"Remember that a gesture of friendship, no matter how small, is always appreciated."

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"I've learned that it doesn't matter how your husband squeezes the toothpaste, the important thing is how he squeezes you."

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