The brick walls are there to stop the people who don't want it badly enough. They are there to stop the other people!

When there’s an elephant in the room introduce him.

I was hugely impressed... was the ultimate example of a man who knew what he didn't know, was perfectly willing to admit it, and didn't want to leave until he understood. That's heroic to me. I wish every grad student had that attitude.

Anybody out there who is a parent, if your kids want to paint their bedrooms,as a favor to me, let them do it. It'll be OK.

I always thought every day was a gift, but now I am looking for where to send the thank you note.

People are more important than things.

Not everything needs to be fixed