Don't let your emotions overpower your intelligence.

They sicken of the calm who know the storm.

You of all people know how hard it is to trust. Especially when the world we live in is not the one humans are aware of. Trust must be earned, and the way to earn it is to prove you deserve it.

Once it's too late, you appreciate what a miracle life is.

Players have to buy into your system and be willing to accept the role, you, as the coach, have assigned to them

Being present means being completely aware of all that is. It means you’re not in denial, you’re not pretending, and you’re not avoiding.

Great businessmen are creators.

I think, actually, everyone starts out with some strange in them. It's just whether or not you decide to keep it.

Racial pride and self-dignity were emphasized in my family and community.

It’s not manly to hurt others or belittle them. Respect and kindness require more courage because people take advantage of those.

I think acting is only one part of the piece of the movie. I'ts an important piece, but I'd like to be involved in all the other aspects of making movies.