Be a success

Posted on May 23, 2008 under Blog Surfing |

I just Stumbled upon this and thought I’d share it. It comes from H. Jacson Brown, Jr.

21 Suggestions For Success

1. Marry the right person. This one decision will determine 90% of your happiness or misery.

2. Work at something you enjoy and that’s worthy of your time and talent.

3. Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully.

4. Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

5. Be forgiving of yourself and others.

6. Be generous.

7. Have a grateful heart.

8. Persistence, persistence, persistence.

9. Discipline yourself to save money on even the most modest salary.

10. Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

11. Commit yourself to constant improvement.

12. Commit yourself to quality.

13. Understand that happiness is not based on possessions, power or prestige, but on relationships with people you love and respect.

14. Be loyal.

15. Be honest.

16. Be a self-starter.

17. Be decisive even if it means you’ll sometimes be wrong.

18. Stop blaming others. Take responsibility for every area of your life.

19. 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.

20. Take good care of those you love.

21. Don’t do anything that wouldn’t make your Mom proud.

12 Responses to “Be a success”

  1. Hippygal Says:

    Sorry I have not commented much but have been reading - love the suggestions for success… Have a god weekend :-)

  2. Hippygal Says:

    Whoops” Good” not “god”

  3. BigGirl Says:

    All really great things that I need to remember more consistantly.

    BigGirls last blog post..The Big Girl’s Big Step Challenge

  4. Julie Says:

    I love those! I might just have to print them up as a daily reminder of what is really important in life. Thanks so much for sharing!

    Julies last blog post..The Upday Downday Diet and Why

  5. Felicia Says:

    LOVE THIS! I couldnt agree more. I know that 99% of these have sure brought me success!

    Hope you are having a WONDERFUL weekend!

    *huggles*
    =0)

    Felicias last blog post..21 Suggestions For Success

  6. Holly Says:

    Hanlie, I love this list! All are so very true. Thanks for posting it as we can all use reminders..

    Hollys last blog post..Shiny happy people…

  7. Donna Says:

    Wow, these tips are awesome! Thanks for sharing :)
    Donnas last blog post..207.5 - Cooking…….AGH!

  8. MargieAnne Says:

    Excellent list.

    Enjoy your weekend.

    Love & Blessings

  9. Lara Says:

    boy did i need some of these reminders today. thanks, H.

    Laras last blog post..Calling a Halt

  10. Pattie Says:

    VERY nice - and so true!

    Patties last blog post..A Walk on the Wild Side

  11. Lisa Says:

    I’ve seen this list before. Thanks for the reminder.
    I’m finally getting caught up on your blog. I’m happy you are finding your peace and balance with yourself. That is KEY to being really healthy.
    XO
    Pixy Lisa

    Lisas last blog post..I’m Baaackkkkk!

  12. Daniele Says:

    Beautiful! What a great list!! I like it.

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