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Country music star T. Graham Brown, who lives in Nashville, shares his top 15 life lessons for a healthy life with Fox News Digital as the New Year was about to begin.
Brown, 70, recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of his deeply personal song “Wine into Water,” which has touched many people facing struggles in life.
His latest album is “From Memphis to Muscle Shoals,” and he’ll be performing at the Carolina Opry with Lorrie Morgan in January, with plenty of other shows on the schedule.
The recently inducted member of the Grand Ole Opry has a strong faith in God, an unwavering belief in the USA, and an abundant love for his wife and partnerSheila Brown, whom he credits with helping him battle drug and alcohol addiction problems years ago – as he shared with Fox News Digital in an interview.
15 Life Lessons From Nashville Star T. Graham Brown
1. Never forget where you came from if you want to get where you want in life.
This is a lesson that Elvis pulled me aside one night at Graceland and shared with me. 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. (Courtesy: 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 don’t stay approachable, grounded, true to your music and your beliefs, then they have the right to take that away from you.
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3. Never say “no” to a fan who comes up to you to compliment you and ask for your autograph.
Always consider it an honor when someone takes the time to acknowledge you.
That’s the biggest compliment.
4. Always take the time to stop and smell the roses on your road to success.
“The most important thing is the incredible journey you are on.”
After all, success is not a place. The most important thing is the amazing journey you are going on.
So be careful not to neglect your journey 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 are, it’s never too late in life to be who you might have been.” (Fox News Digital)
5. Money should not be your barometer of career success.
The best barometer will be the friends you make.
Long after the smoke clears and the fans stop chanting your name, your relationships will be the most important thing and give you more comfort. Be sure to nurture them.
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6. Never get caught believing your own press.
After all, it’s just the press.
7. Never stop dreaming.
No matter how old you are, it’s never too late in life to be what 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 go much further than going 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.
It is one of the greatest lessons and joys in my life. Paying it forward is an amazing feeling, even if it’s helping a complete stranger.
“A public ‘thank you’ is usually worth more to someone than money.”
10. Never continue to worry about a problem you have no control over.
Worry about it once, then let it go — because every time you think about the problem, you’re paying for it over and over again.
let go and may God.
11. Take time to think about every decision you make in your career, no matter how small you think it is.
Remember that sometimes the small decisions are just as important as the big ones.
12. Always take the time to thank and acknowledge the people around you who have helped pave 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 something good about someone, don’t say anything.
It is a small company and everyone in it usually knows or finds out what is being said about them.
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14. Never envy someone’s success.
Be happy for them, because it will help pave the way for yours own happiness and success.
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15. Never forget to be grateful for everything that comes your way.
It will take you further than you ever imagined.
