… find cogent answers to three questions: First, how can I be sure that I’ll be happy in my career? Second, how can I be sure that my relationships with my spouse and my family become an enduring source of happiness? Third, how can I be sure I’ll stay out of jail?
… the powerful motivator in our lives isn’t money; it’s the opportunity to learn, grow in responsibilities, contribute to others, and be recognized for achievements.
… I’ve seen more and more of them come to reunions unhappy, divorced, and alienated … The reason? They didn’t keep the purpose of their lives front and center as they decided how to spend their time, talents, and energy.
… Justification for infidelity and dishonesty in all their manifestations lies in the marginal cost economics of “just this once.”
Generally, you can be humble only if you feel really good about yourself.
Don’t worry about the level of individual prominence you have achieved; worry about the individuals you have helped become better people.
