The best kind of parent you can be is to lead by example.

Every morning I stay in bed for ten minutes to ponder my place in the universe. Then I wash my face and check my karma.

I'm a total control freak and love to participate in the design of every single aspect of life.

It's not just about acting. I love film, I'm a director now, I love writing, I love producing, I love having a company that makes films and to be prolific and have a place to put all the ideas that are constantly bubbling up inside of me and that don't let me sleep at night.

A thank-you can be just as meaningful as a soulful ten-page message.

When I did 'E.T.,' it sort of solidified the only family I know are these film crews. These gypsies. These filmmakers. That was the solidification and the clicking revelations of 'This is what I want to do with my life and this is where I'm going to survive.'

My life choices are not supposed to be the gateway to somebody else's. That's my journey.