People tend to read books about a guy who goes back in time or a guy who is living under a pier.

When people have something proven to them, and they see that it really benefits them, they don't have to be looking for a change or be at rock bottom. When they see something proven that is of benefit to them, they'll turn around 180 degrees and never look back.

All people—all lives—are either in a crisis, coming out of a crisis, or headed for a crisis.

It is not enough to recognize what is right and true. One must control the impulse to do what is wrong and easy.

I'm not saying find someone and ask them if you can mow their grass for ten dollars. I'm saying find weeds that need pulling and pull them.

When you know that everything matters—that every move counts as much as any other—you will begin living a life of permanent purpose.

If I associate with chickens, I will learn to scratch at the ground and squabble over crumbs. If I associate with eagles, I will learn to soar to great heights.