When you continue to give without receiving, the only thing you are proving is that you know how to be taken advantage of.

I am just an ordinary person committed to doing extraordinary things.

In silence, we have an opportunity to reflect, listen, and gain new insights about ourselves. In silence, we can think, feel, and most important of all, breathe. When you seek guidance, understanding, clarity, or peace of mind, the first step is to master the art of silence and to rethink the value of solitude.

We set the standard of how we want to be treated. Our relationships are reflections of the relationships we have with ourselves.

You do not have to love what is going on in your life, but you must accept that it, whatever it is, is going on. As long as you do not accept reality, you are powerless to define the role you will play.

You really have to learn what you're good at and what you're not good at, what you can handle and what you can't handle. We have a tendency to forget it.

Give yourself permission to smile a lot today. In fact, why not make it a habit!