Quotes from Don Gabor

Let the world know you as you are, not as you think you should be—because sooner or later, if you are posing, you will forget the pose and then where are you? —Fanny Brice (1891–1951), singer and comedian

Big Things Happen When You Do the Little Things Right

four key principles: (1) taking the initiative to reach out to others; (2) showing genuine interest in people; (3) treating others with respect and kindness; and (4) valuing others and yourself as unique individuals who have much to share and offer one another.

Remember that risk taking and rejection are part of life, and being overly sensitive about how others react to you is counterproductive. Anyway, what's so bad about being rejected by someone you don't even know?

good friends improve the quality of my life.

If you are a good friend, you'll have good friends. Developing and learning together is one of the most gratifying aspects of a relationship. In the best friendships, developing, learning, and laughing never stop.

The "right place" could be a social event, your place of worship, a political gathering, or even an adult education class. When you meet someone in a place where you both enjoy the activities, you already have something in common and can begin developing a friendship.

Disclose your hopes, dreams, loves, joys, and sorrows so people will be able to identify with you. We all share these basic emotional experiences.