The work of your life is to discover your purpose and get on with the business of living it out.

My first day in Chicago, September 4, 1983. I set foot in this city, and just walking down the street, it was like roots, like the motherland. I knew I belonged here.

Self-esteem means knowing you are the dream.

Your gut is your inner compass. Whenever you have to consult with other people for an answer, you're headed in the wrong direction.

You CAN have it all. You just can't have it all at once.

If friends disappoint you over and over, that's in large part your own fault. Once someone has shown a tendency to be self-centered, you need to recognize that and take care of yourself; people aren't going to change simply because you want them to.

Before you agree to do anything that might add even the smallest amount of stress to your life, ask yourself: What is my truest intention? Give yourself time to let a yes resound within you. When it's right, I guarantee that your entire body will feel it.