Brick walls are there for a reason. They give us a chance to show how badly we want

One key factor in the downward spiral in our educational system is that there is too much stroking and too little real feedback.

I also think my dad would be reminding me that kids — more than anything else — need to know their parents love them. Their parents don't have to be alive for that to happen.

You can't get there alone. People have to help you, and I do believe in karma. I believe in paybacks. You get people to help you by telling the truth, by being earnest.

Find the best in everybody. Wait long enough, and people will surprise and impress you. It might even take years, but people will show you their good side. Just keep waiting.

Anything is possible, and that’s something we should not lose sight of. The inspiration and the permission to dream is huge.

No job is beneath you. You ought to be thrilled you got a job in the mailroom And when you get there, here's what you do: Be really great at sorting mail.