Fear and pain should be treated as signals not to close our eyes but to open them wider.

The greater a child’s terror, and the earlier it is experienced, the harder it becomes to develop a strong and healthy sense of self.

We must become what we wish to teach.

I am responsible for my own existence and happiness.

A mind that trusts itself is light on its feet.

Everyone who has any familiarity with psychology knows about the danger of disowning the murderer within. Far fewer people understand the tragedy of disowning the hero within.

Self-esteem is the reputation we acquire with ourselves.

In the inner courtroom of my mind, mine is the only judgment that counts.

To persevere with the will to understand in the face of obstacles is the heroism of consciousness.

Most of us are capable of more than we believe.

Your life is important. Honor it. Fight for your highest possibilities.

Half of the time I don't know what they're talking about

In an age of infinite digital documentation, paper was the last safe place for secrets.

Nothing counts but pressure, pressure, more pressure, and still more pressure through broad organized aggressive mass action.

Donald Trump has a pre-modern monarchic family structure. His business is a monarchy with family members all around. His administration is a monarchy with family members all around.

Please ignore rumors! I've had them for years and you have to just let them go over your head. Don't take them personally.

Rock and roll ain't nothing but jazz with a hard backbeat.

I like to be quiet, and let people find me rather than having to shout at them.

To love is everything: love is God.

Me and my partner, Conway Twitty, cleaned up at the 1972 Country Music Association Awards.

When faced with a sea of troubles, take action, and in so doing end it.