INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE OF THE DAY
"511 suggestions, observations, and reminders on how to live a happy, and rewarding life"
"511 suggestions, observations, and reminders on how to live a happy, and rewarding life"
QUOTE OF THE DAY FROM LIFE'S LITTLE INSTRUCTION BOOK
By H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
511 suggestions, observations, and reminders
on how to live a happy and rewarding life
By H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
511 suggestions, observations, and reminders
on how to live a happy and rewarding life
LIFE'S LITTLE INSTRUCTION BOOK ARCHIVES
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June 2018
"No matter how dire the situation, keep your cool." (280) Date Used 06/01/2018
"When paying cash, ask for a discount." (281) Date Used 06/02/2018
"Find a good tailor." (282) Date Used 06/03/2018
"Don't use a toothpick in public." (283) Date Usede 06/04/2018
"Never underestimate your power to change yourself."
(284) Date Used 06/05/2018
(284) Date Used 06/05/2018
"Never overestimate your power to change others."
(285) Date Used 06/06/2018
(285) Date Used 06/06/2018
"Practice empathy. Try to see things from other people's points of view." (286) Date Used 06/07/2018
"Promise big. Deliver big." (287) Date Used 06/8/2018
"Discipline yourself to save money. It's essential to success." (288) Date Used 06/09/2018
"Get and stay in shape." (289) Date Used 06/10/2018
"Find some other way of proving your manhood than by shooting defenseless animals and birds." (290) Date Used 6/11/2018
"Remember the deal's not done until the check has cleared the bank." (291) Date Used 06/12/2018
"Don't burn bridges. You'll be surprised how many times you have to cross the same river. " (292) Date Used 06/13/2018
"Don't spread yourself to thin. Learn to say no politely and quickly. " (293) Date Used 06/14/2018
"Keep overhead low. " (294) Date Used 06/15/2018
"Keep expectations high. " (295) Date Used 06/16/2018
"Accept pain and disappointment as part of life. "
(296) Date Used 06/17/2018
(296) Date Used 06/17/2018
"Remember that a successful marriage depends on two things: (1) finding the right person and (2) being the right person. " (297) Date Used 06/18/2018
"See problems as opportunities for growth and self-mastery. " (298)
"Don't believe people when they ask you to be honest. "
(299 Date Used 06/20/2018)
(299 Date Used 06/20/2018)
"Don't expect life to be fair. " (300) Date Used 06/21/2018
"Become an expert in time management." (301) Date Used 06/22/2018
"Lock your car even if it's parked in your own driveway."
Date Used 06/23/2018
Date Used 06/23/2018
"Never go to bed with dirty dishes in the sink."
(303) Date Use d 06//24/2018
(303) Date Use d 06//24/2018
"Judge your success by the degree that you're enjoying peace, health and love." (304)) Date Used 06/25/2018
"Learn to handle a handsaw and a hammer." (305) Date Used 06/26/2018
"Take a nap on Sunday afternoons." (306) Date Used 06/27/2018
"Compliment the meal when you're a guest in someone's home." (307) Date Used 06/28/2018
"Make the bed when you're an overnight visitor in someone's home." (308) Date Used 06/29/2018
"Contribute five percent of your income to charity."
(309) Date Used 06/30/2018)
(309) Date Used 06/30/2018)
JULY
"Don't leave a ring in the bath tub." (310) Date Used 07/01/2018
"Don't waste time playing cards." (311) Date Used 07/02/2018
"When tempted to criticize your parents, spouse, or children, bite your tongue." (312) Date Used 07/03/2018
"Never underestimate the power of love." (313) Date Used 07/04/218
"Never underestimate the power of forgiveness."
(314) Date Used 07/06/2018
(314) Date Used 07/06/2018
"Don't bore people with your problems. When someone asks you how you feel---say "Terrific, never better." When they ask, "How's business?" reply, "Excellent, and getting better every day." (315) Date Used 07/07/2018
"Learn to disagree without being disagreeable."
(316) Date Used 07/08/2018
(316) Date Used 07/08/2018
"Be tactful. Never alienate anyone on purpose"
(317) Date Used 07/09/2018
(317) Date Used 07/09/2018
"Hear both sides before judging." (318) Date Used 07/10/2018
"Refrain from envy. It's the source of much unhappiness." (319) Date Used 07/11/2018
"Be courteous to everyone." (320) Date Used 07/12/2018
"Wave to crosswalk patrol mothers." (321) Date Used 07/13/2018
"Don't say you don't have enough time. You have exactly the same number of hours per day that were given to Helen Keller, Pasteur, Michaelangelo, Mother Teresa, Leonardo Da Vinci, Thomas Jefferson, and Albert Einstein. "
(322) Date Used 07/14/218
(322) Date Used 07/14/218
"When there's no time for a full work-out, do,
push-ups. " (323) Date Used 07/15/2018
push-ups. " (323) Date Used 07/15/2018
"Don't delay acting on a good idea. Chances are someone else has just thought of it too. Success comes to the one who acts first. " (324) Date Used 07/16/2016
"Be wary of people who tell you how honest
they are. " (325) Date Used 7/17/2018
they are. " (325) Date Used 7/17/2018
"Remember that winners do what losers don't want to do." (326) Date Used 07/18/2018
"When you arrive at your job in the morning, let the first thing you say brighten everyone's day " (327) Date Used 07/19/2018
"Seek opportunity, not security. A Boat in a harbor is safe, but in time its bottom will rot out. " (328) Date Used 07/20/2018
"Install smoke detectors in your home. " (329) Date Used 07/21/2018
"Rekindle old friendships. " (330) Date Used 07/22/2018
"When traveling, put a card in your wallet with your name, home phone, the phone of a friend or close relative, important medical information, plus the phone number of the hotel or motel where you are staying." (331) Date Used 7/23/2018
"Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation."
(332) Date Used 07/24/2018
(332) Date Used 07/24/2018
"Instead of using the words "if only", try substituting the words "next time"." (333) Date Used 07/25/2018
"Instead of using the word "problem", try substituting the word "opportunity"." (334) Date Used 07/26/2018
"Ever so often push your luck." (335) Date Used 07/27/2018
"Don't interrupt." (336) Date Used 07/28/2018
"Reread your favorite book." (337) Date Used 07/29/2018
"Live your life so that your epitaph could read, 'No
regrets.' " (338) Date Used 07/30/2018
regrets.' " (338) Date Used 07/30/2018
"Never walk out on a quarrel with your wife."Date Used 07/31/2018
AUGUST
"Don't think a higher price always mean higher quality."
Date Used 08/01/2018
Date Used 08/01/2018
"Don't be fooled. If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is." Date Used 08/02/2018
"When talking to the press, remember they always have the last word." Date Used 08/03/2018
"Regarding furniture and clothes: if you think you'll be using them five years or longer, buy the best you can afford." Date Used 08/04/2018
"Be open to new ideas." Date Used 08/05/2018
"Try everything offered by supermarket food demonsttrators."Date Used 08/06/2018
"Be bold and courageous. When you look back on your life, you'll regret the things you didn't do more than the ones you did" Date Used 08/07/2018
"Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them." (347) Date Used 08/08/2018
"Own a good dictionary." (348) Date Used 08/11/2018
"Own a good thesaurus."(349) Date Used 08/12/2018
"Remember the three most important things when buying a home: location, location, location." (350) Date Used 08/13/2018
"Keep valuable papers in a bank lockbox ."(351) Date Used 08/15/2018
"Don't miss the magic of the moment by focusing on what's to come." (352) Date Used 08/16/2018
"Go through old photographs. Select ten and tape them to your kitchen cabinets. Change them every thirty days."
(353) Date Used 08/17/2018
(353) Date Used 08/17/2018
"To explain a romantic break-up, simply say, "It was all my fault."(354) Date Used 08/18/2018
"Evaluate yourself by your own standards, not someone else's."(355) Date Used 08/19/2018
"Be there when people need you."(356) Date Used 08/20/2018
"Don't be rushed into making an important decision.
People will understand if you say,"I'd like a little more time too think it over. Can I get back to you
tomorrow ."(357) Date Used 8/21/2018
People will understand if you say,"I'd like a little more time too think it over. Can I get back to you
tomorrow ."(357) Date Used 8/21/2018
"Be decisive even if it means you'll sometimes be wrong."(358) Date Used 08/22/201/8
"Don't let anyone talk you out of pursuing what you know to be a great idea."(359) Date Used 08/23/20189
"Be prepared to lose once in a while."(360) Date Used 08/24/2018
"Don't rain on other people's parades."(361) Date Used 08/25/2018
"Know when to keep silent."(362) Date Used 08/26/2018
"Know when to speak up."(363) Date Used 08/27/2018
"Every day look for some small way to improve your marriage."(364) Date Used 08/28/2018
"Every day look for some small way to improve the way you do your job."(365) Date Used 08/29/2018
"Don't flush urinals with your hands---use your elbows."(366)Date Used 8/30/2018
"Acquire things the old-fashioned way: save for them and pay cash."(367) Date Used 08/31/2018
SEPTEMBER
"Remember no one makes it alone. Have a grateful heart and be quick to acknowledge those who help you."
(368) Date Used 09/01/2018
(368) Date Used 09/01/2018
"Go the distance. When you accept a task, finish it."
(369) Date Used 09/02/2018
(369) Date Used 09/02/2018
"Do business with those who do business with you."
(370) Date Used 09/03/2018
(370) Date Used 09/03/2018
"Just to see how it feels, for the next twenty-four hours refrain from criticizing anybody or anything."(371) Date Used 09/04/2018
"Give your clients your enthusiastic best."(372) Date Used 09/05/2018
"Let your children overhear you saying complimentary things about them to other adults."(373) Date Used 09/06/2018
"Work hard to create in your children a good self-image. It's the most important thing you can do to insure their success ."(374) Date Used 09/07/2018
"Take charge of your attitude. Don't let someone else choose it for you."(375) Date Used 09/08/2018
"Save an evening a week for just you and your wife."
(376) Date Used 09/09/2018
(376) Date Used 09/09/2018
"Carry jumper cables in your car."(377) Date Used 09/10/2018
"Get all repair estimates in writing."(378) Date Used 09/11/2018
Forget committees. New, noble, world-changing ideas always come from one person working alone."
(379) Date Used 09/12/2018
(379) Date Used 09/12/2018
"Pay attention to the details."(380) Date Used 09/13/2018
" Be loyal."(382) Date Used 09/15/2018
" Understand that happiness is not based on possessions, power, or prestige, but on relationships with people you love and respect."(383) Date Used 09/16//2018
"Never give a loved one a gift that suggests they need improvement."(384) Date Used 09/17/2018
"Compliment even small improvements."(385) Date Used 09/18/2018
"Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth."(386) Date Used 09/19/2018
"Wear expensive shoes, belts, and ties, but buy them on sale."(387) Date Used 09/20/2018
"When undecided about what color to paint a room, choose antique white."(388) Date Used 09/21/2018
"Carry stamps in your wallet. You never know when you'll discover the perfect card for a friend or loved one."
(389) Date Used 09/22/2018
(389) Date Used 09/22/2018
"Street musicians are a treasure. Stop for a moment and listen; then leave a small donation"(390) Date Used 02/23/2018
"Support equal pay for equal work."(391) Date Used 09/24/2018
"Pay your fair share."(392) Date Used 09/25/2018
"Learn how to operate a Macintosh computer."(393) Date Used 09/26/2018
"When faced with a serious health problem get at least three medical opinions."(394) Date Used 09/27/2018
"Remain open, flexible, curious."(395) Date Used 09/28/2018
OCTOBER
"Never give anyone a fruitcake."(396) Date Used 10/01/2018
"Never acquire just one kitten. Two are a lot more fun and no more trouble"(397) Date Used 10/02/2018
"Start meetings on time regardless of who's missing. "
(398) Date Used 10/03/2018
(398) Date Used 10/03/2018
"Focus on making things better, not bigger. "(399) Date Used 10/04/218
"Stay out of nightclubs. "(400) Date Used 10/05/2018
"Don't ever watch hot dogs or sausage being made. "
(401) Date Used 10/06/2018
(401) Date Used 10/06/2018
"Begin each day with your favorite music. "(402) Date Used 10/07/2018
"Before leaving to meet a flight, call the airline first to be sure it'a on time. "(403) Date Used 10/08/2018
"When attending meetings, sit down front. "(404) Date Used 10/09/2018
"Don't be intimidated by doctors and nurses. Even when your in the hospital, it's still your body. "(405) Date Used 10/10/2018
"Read hospital bills carefully. It's reported that 89% contain errors - in favor of the hospital. "(406) Date Used 10/11/2018
"Every once in a while, take the scenic route . "
(407) Date Used 10/12/2018
(407) Date Used 10/12/2018
"Don't let your possessions possess you. "(408) Date Used 10/13/2018
"Wage war against littering. "(409) Date Used 10/14/2018
"Send a lot of Valentine cards. Sign them, 'Someone who thinks you're terrific.' "(410) Date Used 10/15/2016
"Cut your own firewood."(411) Date Used 10/16/2018
"When you and your wife have a disagreement, regardless of who's wrong, apologize. Say "I'm sorry I upset you. Would you forgive me?" These are healing, magical words."(412) Date Used 10/17/2018
"Don't flaunt your success, but don't apologize for it either."(413) Date Used 10/18/2018
"After experiencing inferior service, food, or products, bring it to the attention of the person in charge. Good managers will appreciate knowing."
(414) Date Used 10/18/2018
(414) Date Used 10/18/2018
"Be enthusiastic about the success of others."
(415) Date Used 10/21/2018
(415) Date Used 10/21/2018
"Don't procrastinate. Do what needs doing when it needs to be done." (416) Date Used 10/23/2018
"Read to your children."(417) Date Used 10/24/2018
"Sing to your children."(418) Date Used 10/25/2018
"Listen to your children."(419) Date Used 10/26/2018
"Get your priorities straight. No one ever said on his death bed, 'Gee, if I only spent more time at the office'."
(420) Date Used 10/28/2018
(420) Date Used 10/28/2018
"Take care of your reputation. It's your most valuable asset."(421) Date Used 10/31/2018
NOVEMBER
"Turn on your headlights when it begins to rain."
(422) Date Used 11/1/2018
(422) Date Used 11/1/2018
"Don't tailgate."(423) Date Used 11/02/2018
"Sign and carry your organ donor card."(424) Date Used 11/03/2018
"Don't allow self-pity. The moment this emotion strikes, do something nice for someone less fortunate than you."
(425) Date Used 11/04/2018
(425) Date Used 11/04/2018
"Share the credit."(426) Date Used 11/05/2018
"Don't accept "good enough" as good enough."
(427) Date Used 11/7/2018
(427) Date Used 11/7/2018
"Do more than is expected." (428) Date Used 11/08/2018
"Be prepared. You never get a second chance to make a good impression" (429) Date Used 11/09/2018
"Select a doctor your own age so that you can grow old together." (430) Date Used 11/10/2018
"Use club soda as an emergency spot remover."
(431) Date Used 11/11/2018
(431) Date Used 11/11/2018
"Improve your performance by improving your attitude."(
(432) Date Used 11/12/2018
(432) Date Used 11/12/2018
"Have a friend who owns a truck."(433) Date Used 11/13/2018
"Question your goals by asking, 'Will this help me become my very best.'"(434) Date Used 11/14/2018
"Make a list of twenty-five things you want to experience before you die. Carry it in your wallet and refer to it often.'"(436) Date Used 11/15/2018
"Have some knowledge of three religions other than your own."(436) Date Used 11/16/2018
Answer the phone with enthusiasm and energy in your voice."(437) Date Used 11/17/2018
"Every person that you meet knows something you don't; learn from them."(438) Date Used 11/18/2018
"Tape record your parents' laughter."(439) Date Used 11/19/2018
"Buy cars that have air bags."(440) Date Used 11/21/2018
"When meeting someone you don't know well, extend your hand and give them your name. Never assume they remember you even if you've met them before."
(441) Date Used 11/22/2018
(441) Date Used 11/22/2018
"Do it right the first time."(442) Date Used 11/23/2018
"Laugh a lot. A good sense of humor cures almost all of life's ills."(443) Date Used 11/25/2018
"Never underestimate the power of a kind word or deed."
(444) Date Used 11/26/2018
(444) Date Used 11/26/2018
"Don't under-tip the waiter just because the food is bad; he didn't cook it."(445) Date Used 11/27/2018
"Change your car's oil filter every three thousand miles regardless of what the owners manual recommends."
(446) Date Used 11/28/2018
(446) Date Used 11/28/2018
"Conduct family fire drills. Be sure everyone knows what to do in case the house catches fire."(447) Date Used 11/29/2018
"Don't be afraid to say, 'I don't know.' "(448) Date Used 11/30/2018
"Don't be afraid to say, 'I made a mistake.' "(449) Date Used 12/02/2018
"Don't be afraid to say, 'I need help.' "(450) Date Used 12/03/2018
"Don't be afraid to say, 'I'm sorry.' "(451) Date Used 12/4/2018
"Never compromise your integrity.' "(452) Date Used 12/05/2018
"Keep a note pad and pencil on your bedside table.
Million-dollar ideas sometimes strike at 3 A.M."(453) Date Used 12/06/2018
Million-dollar ideas sometimes strike at 3 A.M."(453) Date Used 12/06/2018
"Show respect for everyone who works for a living, regardless of how trival their job." (454) Date Used 12/07/2018
"Stand when greeting a visitor to your office." (455) Date Used 12/8/2018
"Send your loved one flowers. Think of a reason later."
(456) Date Used 12/09/2018
(456) Date Used 12/09/2018
"Attend your children's athletic contests, plays, and
recitals." (457) Date Used 12/10/2018
recitals." (457) Date Used 12/10/2018
"When you find a job that's ideal, take it regardless of the pay. If you've got what it takes, your salary will soon reflect your value to the company." (458) Date Used 12/11/2018
"Don't use time or words carelessly. Neither can be retrieved." (459) Date Used 12/12/2018
"Look for opportunities to make people feel important."
(460) Date Used 12/14/2018
"When planning a trip abroad, read about the places you'll visit before you go or, better yet rent a travel video."
(461) Date Used 12/15/2018
(461) Date Used 12/15/2018
"When a child falls and skins a knee or elbow, always dhow concern; then take time to 'kiss it and make it well' ."
(462) Date Used 12/16/2018
(462) Date Used 12/16/2018
"Never admit at work that you 're tired , angry , or bored." (4
(463) Date Used 12/18/2018
(463) Date Used 12/18/2018
"Don't insist on running someone else's life." (464)Date Used 12/19/2018
"Respond promptly to RSVP invitations. If there is a phone number,call; if not , write a note." (465) Date Used 12/20/2018
"Watch for big problems. They disguise big opportunities." (466) Date Used 12/21/2018
"Keep several irons in the fire." (467) Date Used 12/22/2018
"After you've worked hard to get what you want, take time to enjoy it." (468) Date Used 12/23/2018
"Be alert for opportunities to show praise and appreciation." (469) Date Used 12/24/2018
"Commit yourself to quality." (470) Date Used 12/25/2018
"Be a leader: Remember the lead sled dog is the only one with a decent view." (471) Date Used 12/26/2018
"Never underestimate the power of words to heal and reconcile relationships." (472) Date Used 12/28/2018
"Your mind can only hold one thought at a time. Make it positive and constructive one." (473) Date Used 12/29/2018
"Become someone's hero." (474) Date Used 12/30/2018
"Marry only for love." (475) Date Used 12/31/2018