You can lose when you outscore somebody in a game. And you can win when you’re outscored.
JOHN WOODENIt’s not so important who starts the game but who finishes it.
More John Wooden Quotes
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Don’t let making a living prevent you from making a life.
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Be prepared and be honest.
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Just try to be the best you can be; never cease trying to be the best you can be. That’s in your power.
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Talent is God given. Be humble. Fame is man-given. Be grateful. Conceit is self-given. Be careful.
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Things turn out best for the people who make the best of the way things turn out.
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I think the teaching profession contributes more to the future of our society than any other single profession.
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Passion is momentary; love is enduring.
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I was built up from my dad more than anyone else.
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Ability is a poor man’s wealth.
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The true test of a man’s character is what he does when no one is watching.
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The worst thing about new books is that they keep us from reading the old ones.
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A strong leader accepts blame and gives the credit. A weak leader gives blame and accepts the credit.
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Champions never complain, they are too busy getting better.
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If I am through learning, I am through.
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Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best you are capable of becoming.
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