We can give without loving, but we can't love without giving. In fact, love is nothing unless we give it to someone. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
It is harmful to compare yourself to others. Others will do that for you. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Working with others makes us much more than we could ever become alone — John Wooden Copy Share Image
You must have respect, which is a part of love, for those under your supervision. Then they will do what you ask… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
As a leader, you must be filled with energy and eagerness, joy and love for what you do. If you lack enthusiasm… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
The more concerned we become over the things we can't control, the less we will do with the things we can control — John Wooden Copy Share Image
I never yelled at my players much. That would have been artificial stimulation, which doesn't last very long. I think it's like… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Passion is temporary. It doesn't last long. Love is enduring. And that's the important thing. If we all had love in our… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Perform at your best when your best is required. Your best is required each day. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Don't think that you can make up for it by working twice as hard tomorrow. If you have it within your power… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Do not get so concerned with making a living that you forget to make a life. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Defense is a definite part of the game, and a great part of defense is learning to play it without fouling. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
“It's not so important who starts the game but who finishes it. -John wooden” — John wooden Copy Share Image
“I remain convinced to this day that compassion like that—sincerely caring for your players and maintaining an active interest in their lives, concerns, and… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
I'm not going to say I was opposed to the Vietnam War. I'm going to say I'm opposed to war. But I'm also opposed… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Being a role model is the most powerful form of educating...too often fathers neglect it because they get so caught up in making a… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Approval is a greater motivator than disapproval, but we have to disapprove on occasion when we correct. It’s necessary. I make corrections only after… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Each of us has a huge capacity to learn and to achieve. Being ever alert makes the task of becoming all we are capable… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Stay the course. When thwarted try again; harder; smarter. Persevere relentlessly. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
