Don't allow your emotions to get in the way of clearheaded decisions about what's best for you.

A blur of great magic is still just a blur.

For many, 'rehearsing' means going over the words in your head. That's not good enough say the words aloud.

In humor, almost always, less is more.

Don't ask me something if the answer doesn't truly matter to you.

You lose a bit of control every time you insert hesitation into your speech.

Most important thing in life is learning how to fall.

I stepped out and the sun was shining. And the birds were chirping. It was the nicest day we'd had in ages. A couple of bunnies scampering about. It could have been the start of a Disney flick.

I feel like something magical is going to happen, and I feel like all the stars have finally lined up perfectly for Angie Stone.

Privilege blinds, because it's in its nature to blind. Don't let it blind you too often. Sometimes you will need to push it aside in order to see clearly.

I work on all parts of my painting at once, improving it very gently until I find that the effect is complete.

When filming, I like to travel with an instrument.

Samurai films, like westerns, need not be familiar genre stories. They can expand to contain stories of ethical challenges and human tragedy.

Chance is as relentless as necessity.

There's a hierarchy in prison, and I was right at the top.

I have lots of passions - gardens, art, music and reading. I have eclectic taste and read a huge variety of books.