“Surround yourself with people who are positive and who guard against negative talk.”

“The more people respond positively to you, the easier it is to maintain a good attitude and joyful outlook.”

“Who wants a friend who talks about you behind your back? How do I know I can trust you to say good things in my absence when I've seen you cut up a "friend" behind his or her back, only to smile and act endearing when the person unexpectedly appears?”

“When you are a happy person, you'll influence others to behave positively toward you.”

“Know what you are talking about.”

“Take the plunge. Jump in. Make friends and be vulnerable. Life is too short to alienate yourself.”

“We are much better able to evaluate someone else's behavior than we are our own.”