Depression is an illness that robs one of the meaning of life. Heal the illness. As the depression heals, enthusiasm, well-being, and a sense of life's purpose will return.

For now realize that you can change anything you want, but you can't change everything you want.

The state, frankly, could care less. Historically, the state has been able to use any religious point of view for its own ends. . . . The examples of government misusing religion are endless.

Write 10 times: 'Fear is my friend. Fear is the energy to do my best in a new situation.' You don't have to believe it; just write it.

Although a lot can be learned from adversity, most of the same lessons can be learned through laughter and joy.

You need only look at what's in front of you and find something there to appreciate.

Because people are afraid of fear, they give up acre after acre of their own life.