One of the things I'd learned ... was how to take a compliment. Just say, "Thank you." It's the only response a confident person can make.

We get stuck in old thought and behavior patterns that may have been effective when we were twelve months or twelve years old, but now only serve to hold us back. And, while those around us may have no problem correcting our minor flaws, they let the big ones slide, because it would mean attacking who we are.

I know that I need honesty from the people I interview. I also know that the truth is more interesting than made up stuff, and also, people don't connect with you if you're not honest.

In life, people tend to wait for good things to come to them. And by waiting, they miss out.

People don't come out for book events. They want to feel an emotion and be entertained.

Accepting others' life choices is something most people only learn with age.

Life is more fun when you open your mouth.