I am responsible for my own existence and happiness.

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.

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

We must become what we wish to teach.

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.

All changes are born within.

A closed heart is the most self limiting factor in life. Start to listen to your heartfelt desires.

Let authenticity ignite your brilliance and dignify your craft.

I still learn, but I think it's the best thing in life to have a kid.

Then I grew up, and the beauty of succulent illusions fell away from me.

There are some who feel like - that the conditions are such that they can attack us there. My answer is, bring 'em on! We've got the force necessary.

It's better to stand by someone's side than by yourself

I was always a good student, but I didn't read that much until I was 18 and I was working my way through college.

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I'm building a glass pyramid over the Egyptian escalator where my body will be mummified, so my customers can come and see me forever.