Best 229 quotes of Carlos Wallace on MyQuotes

Accept that you will not always deal with situations with polished sophistication but trust that you have the power and exercise the will to improve how you cope.

According to a study conducted by the Oxford African American Studies Center, hip hop is part of and speaks to a long line of black American and African traditions. Many observers also make a connection between rap and West African griot tradition, the art of wandering storytellers known for their knowledge of local settings and their superior vocal skills.

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.

A relationship is so much easier when you make a conscious decision to accept that you only have each other. That said, problems with your mate should only be discussed within the confines of your union.

As a writer I have a responsibility. As a father, a union organizer, a leader, a son, brother, uncle, friend…as a man… I have a responsibility to be honest, to be trustworthy and to be mindful that people rely on the things I say and do in so many ways.

As leaders in our communities and voices of the people, we must use our platforms judiciously. That means sharing information rooted in facts.

As millions use social media as a primary source of information, the risk of falling victim to being misinformed is high. Readers who quickly scan newsfeeds tend to only read (and share information about) a headline: focusing on “the hook.” Whether due to complacency or lack of time, few explore the content. This allows bogus media outlets to descend on the unsuspecting (and unprepared) seekers of instant information, creating false stories with dazzling one-liners, secure in the knowledge that there will be little effort to pursue confirmation or research an entire story.

As someone who has dealt with his fair share of disappointment, I’ve learned the best way to cope with trouble is to approach every situation with eyes wide open; focused and determined.

As you celebrate your special day I hope you are showered with priceless gifts of love, thoughtfulness, friendships, family, laughter and good times. These are just a few simple presents that money can’t buy and that you absolutely deserve! Happy Birthday!

At some point in any adult life, we have to understand that business decisions cannot be made with an emotional bias.

Becoming accomplished at what you do is no easy task, nor is the goal reached in a day. The process is time consuming, requires dedication, innovative ideas, meticulous strategizing and can be quite tedious at times. For many, the ultimate objective is to challenge the status quo, change the game, chart unexplored territory, and set a new standard of excellence. Sometimes hitting those marks is its own reward. Seeing others apply your blueprint to construct their own path to success is even more fulfilling. Leaders are motivated by believers! Bask in the imitation of others. After all, it is the highest form of flattery!

Behind great men, children, companies or homes are some extraordinary women! Take time today and always to acknowledge the women in your life with a show of gratitude. Love compels a woman's heart. Appreciation drives her commitment. Kindness fuels her strength. Compassion gives her courage. God gives her to you.

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

Choose your battles - small enough to win but big enough to matter.

Clarity and peace of mind are powerful tools. Achieving either (and both) is only possible when we allow ourselves to “see” life in all its variance.

Class. You either have it, or you don't. It's not determined by how you dress, your level of education or your social standing. It's conveyed in how you carry yourself and treat others. Some folks go to great lengths to "prove" they make the grade. Ultimately, people with class are outstanding without trying too hard to stand out.

Confidence is a powerful incentive, it’s deliriously intoxicating.

Dealing with people whose singular purpose in life is to create problems consumes far too much energy. However, it's much like swatting furiously at an irritating fly; eventually you realize that until you kill it, it will continue to annoy you!

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

Don't allow being taught the wrong way for so long make you think it's right.

Don’t allow people who say it cannot be done interrupt you while you are doing it.

Don't be managed by the likelihood of mishaps. Be motivated by the promise of favor!

Don’t hate on someone whose hard work placed them on the road to success, while your envy and ill-intent put you on a path toward failure.

Don't let emotions get the best of you. Knee jerk actions cause you to slip up and make the wrong move. People shouldn't always know what you're thinking. Observe, plan and prepare for the right moment to act. The element of surprise is one of life's biggest advantages. The best card you have is the one you have yet to play.

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 .

Don't spend so much time chasing your future that you run over your present.

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.

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.

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

Each day, speak as if someone may be listening in and act as if someone could be watching. Do not say it if you do not mean it or know it to be true. Do not do anything privately that would shame you publicly. Good judgment should not cease simply because you think no one will ever know. Everything performed in the darkness is always revealed in the light. The Universe has an uncanny way of laying your life bare. Make sure you can deal with what may eventually be revealed.

Each day, wake up with a plan. Don’t just approach your days in an unfocused void. That state of mind leaves too much room for discontent, opposition, unhappiness and hopelessness.

Elevation at times require separation.

Even when they hurt themselves trying to harm me, I pray for their speedy recovery.

Everyone has a breaking point.

Every single morning, I take a breath is a new beginning and an incredible opportunity to either improve upon what I have been doing or to execute a new project or plan.

Every thought, every action, every statement should have meaning.

Faith brings clarity. You stop asking why, and prepare for when. You accept that life's biggest disappointments can become the greatest blessings; when one door closes, another opens. When it does, step through fearlessly! If you walk in faith, you will not get lost.

Fear makes strangers of people who you thought were friends.

Find the person that cherish you as much as you love tacos.

Focus on patience, loyalty, intelligence, greed, dissatisfaction and pride.

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

For so-called conscious rappers, it is an opportunity to rap about ways to educate others about African American history, politics and even relationships: all of which would be missed if society merely focused on the “hook” and ignored the influence.

Four Steps to Combat Bullying 1. BE CONFIDENT. Never lose sight of the fact that God made you in His image, therefore you are amazing. You see greatness and promise in the mirror every morning. Go out into the world with your head held high and armed with self-assurance. Bullies target weakness. Your confidence disarms them. 2. SET BOUNDARIES. There is a line no one should cross, including you. Distance yourself from hostile environments and situations and avoid conflict at all cost. There is never a need for unnecessary confrontation. It will never be worth it. If you don’t give a bully an opportunity you diminish their power. 3. ARM YOURSELF WITH INTELLIGENCE. Be the smartest in the class and among your friends. Be a leader in your community and the superior athlete. Be the light. Build such a reputation of greatness, you become the blueprint everyone wants to follow. Bullies fear anyone smarter and more popular than they are, because they know that they can’t compete. 4. PROTECT YOUR ENERGY. Pay attention to the people who laugh when others make you the butt of the joke. Note the ones who do not cheer you on when you win. Be aware of the person(s) fueling the negativity, egging the bullies on, creating discord. Those people are not your friends.

From the moment I could even understand what “respect” was I knew it was not a choice but the ONLY option.

Go confidently in the direction of your dreams and live the life you have imagined. The best is yet to come, don’t allow your life to become dull. Keep dreaming, hoping and planning. Embrace your day with the confidence, boldness, understanding and focus on moving forward! – HAPPY BIRTHDAY

God has HIS way of letting you know when you made the right or wrong decision. Pay attention when it happens.

God please grant me the ability to recognize devilish intentions, the armor to defend all attacks and the ability to trust despite past wrongdoings.

Good ideas can also be bad choices.

Happiness will never flourish in a life bereft of optimism.

Helping others is often fulfilling. However, even when you give from the heart, lack of gratitude can make you wish you hadn't. If you don't appreciate those who answer when you call that sense of entitlement will leave you disconnected when you need them most.