I never met a person from whom I did not learn something.

Promise yourself you will talk health, happiness, and prosperity as often as possible. Promise to think only of the best, to work only for the best, and to expect only the best in yourself and others. Promise to forget the mistakes of the past and press on to greater achievements in the future.

Be more concerned with your character than your reputation.

I think that in any group activity - whether it be business, sports, or family - there has to be leadership or it wont be successful.

Reverse the ball one time for a good shot, two times for a great shot, three times for a layup.

The uphill climb is slow,but the downhill road is fast.

How many of us have conflicts with someone else- and how many of us pray for that person? We have individuals with whom we are competitive, or whom we dislike or have a quarrel with; but very few of us have true enemies in the martial sense. And yet if Lincoln could pray fervently- and contemporary reports indicate he did- for the people who were opposing him, how much more can we do for someone we just find a little irritating?