A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.

If you don't have a vision, nothing happens.

So many of our dreams at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we summon the will, they soon become inevitable.

I don't think actors are to blame for poor writing. The culture changes first, and the theater follows it. In the case of the movies, it's the same thing.

We all have many more abilities and internal resources than we know. My advice is that you don't need to break your neck to find out about them.

I am a very lucky guy. I can testify before Congress. I can raise funds. I can raise awareness.

I remember telling a neurosurgeon, "Don't give me too much information, because at the moment my ignorance is my best asset."