But to me, the most important page in my daughter's book is the last one - because it's blank. It says, "Your Hero's Photo Here," and, "Your Hero's Story Here."

there's nothing more intimate in life than simply being understood. And understanding someone else.

Some people help thousands of people directly, like Marie Curie or Susan B. Anthony. Others help us by inspiring us, like Amelia Earhart. But you do have to help someone.

My worst moments as a parent have been much like my greatest moments as a parent: the product of complete and perfect accident.

In this life, y'ever notice that you face the same challenges again and again? We all do. They're challenges to your soul. We repeat them until we face them and master them. Yes we all have free will, but there're divine patterns out there, and the battle is to see them.

Sharing education, sharing a book…that’s what changes the world.

The past may not hurt you, but it won't challenge you, either.