The key to realizing a dream is to focus not on success but significance - and then even the small steps and little victories along your path will take on greater meaning.

What has made me successful is the ability to surrender my plans, dreams and goals to a power that's greater than other people and greater than myself.

You really haven't changed, you've just become more of yourself. That is really what were all trying to do: become more of ourselves.

Excellence is the best deterrent to racism or sexism.

You can't accomplish anything worthwhile if you inhibit yourself. If life teaches you nothing else, know this for sure: When you get the chance, go for it.

If you're blessed enough to grow older, which is how I look at aging, there's so much wisdom to be gained from people who are celebrating the process with vibrancy and vigor and grace.

You are what you are by what you BELIEVE!