A good decision is based on knowledge and not on numbers.

Human behavior flows from three main sources: desire emotion and knowledge.

Science is nothing but perception.

Reality is created by the mind. We can change our reality by changing our mind.

If you do not take an interest in the affairs of your government, then you are doomed to live under the rule of fools.

A wise man speaks because he has something to say; a fool because he has to say something.

No one is more hated than he who speaks the truth.

Don't force your children into your ways, for they were created for a time different from your own.

Good people do not need laws to tell them to act responsibly, while bad people will find a way around the laws.

Reality is created by the mind, we can change our reality by changing our mind.

Enjoy life. There's plenty of time to be dead. Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a harder battle.

When eyes have died in its gaze, know the heart had died in its blaze.

Do not feed children on maudlin sentimentalism or dogmatic religion

When you find real love — protect and preserve the sweetness and intimacy of your gift.

Never take no from somebody who cannot say yes.

I love my early movies, but naturalism is an artist's early style. Now I want to deal with feelings, dreams, an acceptance of irrationality.

What is a gathering without unseemly drunkenness?

I am not what I am, I am what I do with my hands.

I've already told you: the only way to a woman's heart is along the path of torment. I know none other as sure.

There is no greater discovery than seeing God as the author of your destiny.

On one side you have book burners, Congressional wives and Pat Robertson. On the other side, you have vulgar comedians, foul-mouthed rap groups and Dennis Hopper—all your choices should be so easy.