I think it's important that we run that tension between the way things are, in terms of the way we're governed, and the way we sort of become complacent.

You can't expect people to do the right thing or else they will go to hell. We are already in hell!

I really do believe that in order to overcome our environmental shortcomings, we have to act united as a people, and that means that every individual has to participate and do their part. Certainly, we need government and legislation, but the governments really listen to people, so we all have to bring to the table our own effort or our own passion in whatever way that manifests itself.

Understanding that which is foreign to you is fundamental to cultivating a sense of connection and unity with one another. We are ultimately trying to accomplish the same thing, which is survival and the thriving of a better world.

When I feel myself getting overwhelmed, I take a deep breath and eat a piece of chocolate.

Everything I do, it's all about making every moment a quality, meaningful moment.

Maybe the idea of being a rockstar or being the one who's recording or playing, sort of doesn't really matter as much anymore, when you're surrounded by great musicians who bring their spirit, their own talent.