John Wooden

Promise to think only the best, to work only for the best, and to expect only the best from yourself and others.

John Wooden

Promise to wear a cheerful appearance at all times and give every person you meet a smile.

John Wooden

Promise yourself that you will talk health, happiness, and prosperity as often as possible.

John Wooden

Promise yourself to make all your friends know there is something in them that is special and that you value.

John Wooden

Real happiness comes from the things that can not be taken away from you.

John Wooden

Real wealth comes to the person who learns that we are paid best for the things we do for nothing.

John Wooden

Remember, results aren’t the criteria for success – it’s the effort made for achievement that is most important.

John Wooden

Respect a man, and he will do all the more.

John Wooden

Sincerity may not make a friend, but it will keep one.

John Wooden

Somebody asked me – you know, how come it took you so long to win a national championship? And I said, ‘I’m a slow learner; but you notice when I learn something, I have it down pretty good.’

John Wooden