Joyce Brothers Quotations

The more we have, the more we want. And for this reason, we never have it all

Men have two basic needs. Neither of them, no matter what they say, is sex. They need love and they need work. And work takes priority over love. If a woman could know only one fact about men and work, it should be that work is the most seductive mistress most men ever have.

Whatever a man thinks about sex, you can be sure that he thinks about sex almost constantly.

The simple but observable fact is that the more you love, the more you are able to love.

For men to be virgins, we think it's negative. We think that there's something wrong with them.

The best proof of love is trust.

There is a rule in sailing where the more maneuverable ship should give way to the less maneuverable craft. I think this is sometimes a good rule to follow in human relationships as well.

Listening, not imitation, may be the sincerest form of flattery. . . . If you want to influence someone, listen to what he says. . . . When he finishes talking, ask him about any points that you do not understand.

Women who are confident of their abilities are more likely to succeed than those who lack confidence, even though the latter may be much more competent and talented and industrious.

Happiness hides in life’s small details. If you’re not looking, it becomes invisible.