It's hard to be in a bad mood when you're walking around looking like you're about to play the semifinals at Wimbledon.

I was what they call 'skinny fat' - a body that resembled a python after swallowing a goat.

I found there were things about religion that I really loved; things like the sense of gratefulness that it brings.

Behavior shapes emotions.

Sometimes miracles occur only when you jump in.

I'm all for cafeteria religion. I think there's nothing wrong with cafeterias - I've had some great meals at cafeterias. I've also had some horrible meals, so it's important to pick the right things. Take a heaping helping of compassion and mercy, and leave the intolerance on the table.

I am officially Jewish, but I’m Jewish in the same way the Olive Garden is an Italian restaurant.