Whatever our dreams, ideas, or projects, we plant a seed, nurture it -- and then reap the fruits of our labors.

I believe that there are forces of light and darkness in the world, and I don't want to be a contributor to the force of darkness.

I try to live in the moment and let that moment carry me to the next great place.

You define your own life. Don't let other people write your script.

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.

I've seen that many times in rural African villages where people have nothing but a hut and a bowl. The joy in the children's eyes is something you wish you could package and bring back to America.

Check your ego at the door and check your gut instead. Every right decision I have ever made has come from my gut. Every wrong decision I've made was the result of me not listening to the greater voice of myself