Irreverence is a declaration of independence.

Every single one of us can do things that no one else can do can love things that no one else can love. We are like violins. We can be used for doorstops, or we can make music.

Thinking about swimming isn't much like actually getting in the water. Actually getting in the water can take your breath away.

Not fulfilling your dreams will be a loss to the world, because the world needs everyone's gift - yours and mine.

You cannot tell your heart what it wants. Your heart will tell you

The environment that creates winners is almost always made up of winners.

Being judgmental about your own behavior is actually another cop-out because it makes you feel as though you're doing something virtuous.