Carlos Wallace Quotes

Happiness will never flourish in a life bereft of optimism.

~ Carlos Wallace

In a relationship, prudent application of the gray theory is a key ingredient in assuring years of happiness; “till death do us part”. Balance is at the center of success, satisfaction and a lifetime of love.

~ Carlos Wallace

I understand (finally) that God does not REACT to prayers or petitions. He has ACTED. It is already done.

~ Carlos Wallace

Why trade definite for a maybe?

~ Carlos Wallace

Words, and faith, will only take you as far as your actions allow.

~ Carlos Wallace

Success is determined by how little time you have to worry whether others are criticizing you, while being too focused to address them if they are.

~ Carlos Wallace

Depending on the strength of the relationship, level of communication and one’s tolerance for discord, many people are able to get past normal skirmishes unscathed.

~ Carlos Wallace

Stop giving the best part of you to those unworthy of that gift.

~ Carlos Wallace

Some relationships require you have a big appetite. Chances are, at some point, you may have to swallow your pride, eat your words, lick your wounds, and stomach a lot of nonsense. While a little humble pie never hurt anyone you do have control over how much of this menu you get served and can always decide when you've had your fill.

~ Carlos Wallace

No one should gain access to the important areas of your life if you are not absolutely sure they are there for good reason.

~ Carlos Wallace

No matter how worldly I became, there was always that one part of me that never forgot where I came from and how simple life was there.

~ Carlos Wallace

Ultimately, it’s about determining what matters most to you; what’s important; what it will take to achieve your intended goal. And once you’ve identified these key components to growth, shed the excess; do away with the unnecessary.

~ Carlos Wallace

Don't let life's challenges discourage you. Some things are just out of your control. Make it work for you! The most painful lessons of the past can teach you how to survive in the present .

~ Carlos Wallace

Never let fear of short term heartache interfere with your long term happiness.

~ Carlos Wallace

Occupy your thoughts with purpose and you will be so busy pursuing a meaningful future there will be no time for doubt, chaos and disappointment.

~ Carlos Wallace

The seriousness of being part of Operation Desert Storm-the first major foreign crisis for the United States after the end of the Cold War- was never lost upon us.

~ Carlos Wallace

Staring down the reality of war, far from home, asleep among strangers, that familiarity, those memories, those ties kept us going; gave us a reason to persevere; toughened us up.

~ Carlos Wallace

Dozens of days, experiences, and encounters have set me on a path I never dreamed possible.

~ Carlos Wallace

Do not waste your life away by wishing for days you may not even get to see.

~ Carlos Wallace

Make a difference, change the game for the better, leave a legacy, be a guide that someone else can follow and make better, and then someone else will follow that and make that better.

~ Carlos Wallace

Be the start of something that is good, revolutionary and powerful. Everything after that is a bonus!

~ Carlos Wallace

Following trends on social media will not lead to social consciousness.

~ Carlos Wallace

My incentive? Making a peaceful spirit second nature. And that is so worth the effort.

~ Carlos Wallace

You can't be much good to others, if you're no good to yourself.

~ Carlos Wallace

If you truly love who you are other's opinions won’t even matter.

~ Carlos Wallace

Door money. It’s a distraction. It impedes judgment. It blurs focus. Chasing the almighty dollar can become the root of all evil, the bane of one’s existence.

~ Carlos Wallace

DOOR MONEY” To focus on door money means one is paying so much attention to the amount of money they are making at the door they do not consider there is much more profit to be made inside a venue.

~ Carlos Wallace

People who are distracted by door money, neglect the production and the audience. Money becomes their god. They sacrifice their reputation in favor of building revenue. Believe me; the former is more difficult to recover if lost.

~ Carlos Wallace

Never lose sight of the people who are the foundation of the future you are working to build.

~ Carlos Wallace

If you continue to concentrate so deeply on the negative factors you are unable to acknowledge all the positive results.

~ Carlos Wallace

A man enrich his community. A man teach and display leadership qualities for his children. A man by his presence is safety and security for his Queen. The best the thing a man can do for this world, his children and Queen is be a man.

~ Carlos Wallace

There should always be an end game, or else all you are doing is practicing for an opportunity for which you have no idea of what it is or what it will even look like.

~ Carlos Wallace

I just follow God's lead. One step, one day and one opportunity at a time. The hardest part is not becoming distracted.

~ Carlos Wallace

We must learn to choose between lining our bank accounts and being accountable for our future.

~ Carlos Wallace

Some people applaud my no nonsense approach to life. Others say my methods are “extreme”. Where I’m headed and how I get there is between me and my God. So, if you don’t know where I’m going, how can you suggest I’m taking things too far?

~ Carlos Wallace

It’s one thing to have the respect of your peers in the business. Their opinions are not always verbalized but if you are doing the right thing you don’t need validation.

~ Carlos Wallace

You own your feelings. You own your thoughts. You control both. No one has the right to any of it—to any of you without your permission.

~ Carlos Wallace

Testing the wrong person can prove a massive failure for the antagonist.

~ Carlos Wallace

When I was in the Navy, everyone fell under the purview of “navy gray”. It is the military’s way of reminding its enlisted personnel that they are all equal. Man or woman, black or white, young or old, everyone was navy gray. With God's grace I can proudly say a better understanding of this concept has helped me ameliorate disputes, mend fences that appeared hopeless and find light in the midst of darkness.

~ Carlos Wallace

Just because I understand does not mean I agree.

~ Carlos Wallace