Find a beautiful piece of art. If you fall in love with Van Gogh or Matisse or John Oliver Killens, or if you fall love with the music of Coltrane, the music of Aretha Franklin, or the music of Chopin - find some beautiful art and admire it, and realize that that was created by human beings just like you, no more human, no less.

Tell the truth and not the facts.

Every day I awaken I am grateful. My intent is to be totally present in that day. And laugh as much as possible.

If you have a song to sing, who are you not to open your mouth and sing to the world?

I've learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision. I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one. I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back. I've learned that I still have a lot to learn.

Don't trust people who don't laugh. I don't.

We are only as blind as we want to be.