Nashville-based country star T. Graham Brown shared his 15 most important life lessons a healthy life with Fox News Digital as the new year begins soon.
Brown, 70, recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of his deeply personal song “Wine into Water,” which has touched many people who have struggled in life.
His latest album is From Memphis to Muscle Shoals and he will perform with Lorrie Morgan at the Carolina Opry in January, with a number of other performance dates on his schedule.
The recently inducted member of the Grand Ole Opry has a strong faith in God, an unwavering faith in the United States and a great love for it his wife and partnerSheila Brown, who he credits with helping him overcome drug and alcohol addiction problems years ago – as he told Fox News Digital in an interview.
15 life lessons from Nashville star T. Graham Brown
1. Never forget where you come from if you want to achieve your goal in life.
This is a lesson that Elvis took aside and shared with me one evening at Graceland. After hearing it, I applied it to my career. Learn to be humble.
T. Graham Brown performs at Still Playin’ Possum – George Jones Tribute at Propst Arena on April 25, 2023 in Huntsville, Alabama. (Source: Jamie Gilliam/The Photo Access) (Alamy)
2. There is no room for ego in this business.
The fans of what you do give you everything – and if you’re not approachable, down to earth, true to your music and true to your beliefs, then they have the right to take it away from you.
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3. Never say “no” to a fan who approaches you to compliment you and ask for an autograph.
Always consider it an honor when someone takes the time to acknowledge you.
It’s the ultimate compliment.
4. Always take the time to stop and smell the roses on your path to success.
“The incredible journey you take is the most important thing.”
After all, success is not a place. It’s the incredible journey you take that is most important.
So make sure not to neglect your trip by taking time to reflect along the way.
T. Graham Brown, pictured at home in Nashville, told Fox News Digital: “No matter how old you get, it’s never too late in life to be who you could have been.” (Fox News Digital)
5. Money should not be your barometer for success in your career.
The best barometer will be the friends you make.
Long after the smoke clears and the fans stop screaming your name, your relationships will be the most important and comfort you more. Be sure to appreciate them.
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6. Never be tempted to believe your own press.
After all, it’s just a print.
7. Never stop dreaming.
No matter how old you get, it’s never too late in life to be who you could have been.
Dream big, be big. Dream small, be small.
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8. To be successful, surround yourself with people who know more than you.
They will help you get where you want to go. A great team can help you get much further than if you did it alone.
T. Graham Brown on stage for the T. Graham Brown concert at the 70th Annual Georgia Mountain Fair Grounds, Anderson Music Hall, Hiawassee, Georgia, August 2021. (Credit: Derek Storm/Everett Collection/Alamy Live News) (Alamy)
9. Use your money and influence to improve the quality of life of those around you.
This is one of my greatest lessons and joys in life. It’s an incredible feeling to pay it forward, even if it means helping a complete stranger.
“A public thank you is usually worth more to someone than money.”
10. Never continue to worry about a problem that you have no control over.
Worry once and then let it go – because every time you think about the problem, you pay for it again and again.
Release and let God.
11. Take the time to consider every decision you make in your career, no matter how insignificant you think it is.
Remember that sometimes small decisions are just as important as the big ones.
12. Always take time to thank and acknowledge the people around you who have paved the way to your success.
A public thank you is usually worth more to someone than money.
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13. If you can’t say anything good about someone, don’t say anything at all.
It’s a small company and usually everyone knows what’s being said about them or finds out what’s being said about them.
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14. Never envy someone the success they achieve.
Be happy for them because it will pave the way for you own happiness and success.
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15. Never forget to be grateful for everything that comes your way.
It will take you higher than you ever imagined.
