I have absolutely no fear of death. From my near-death research and my personal experiences, death is, in my judgment, simply a transition into another kind of reality.

A sense of humor has been linked with longevity. It is a possibility that the mental attitude reflected in a lively sense of humor is an important factor predisposing some people toward long life.

Very often, (in near-death experiences) the person encounters a divine or angelic being. This may be described as Christ, an angel, even God.

I'm not afraid of death at all.

I have never been religious. I talk to God every day, but He's never said a word to me about religion! I think the most powerful prayer is surrender.

And with the melody came the unmistakable sound of water slapping against the rocks far below us, slowly eroding the foundation of Port Coire and everything I loved.

Structural linguistics is a bitterly divided and unhappy profession, and a large number of its practitioners spend many nights drowning their sorrows in Ouisghian Zodahs.

The weight of the world is love. Under the burden of solitude, under the burden of dissatisfaction.

Even though Doctor Strange is an established character, when you're doing an origin story there's a lot of room for manoeuvre.

You lead me and keep me from falling. You carry me close to Your heart. And surely Your goodness and mercy will follow me.

For me, once the film is out, it belongs to the audience, and I have to be open to any reaction that comes from it.

I'm really fortunate to be at Stanford. I go home every 10 weeks, but Stanford apart from being just a wonderful university is one of the places that are part of a great conversation.

The Nordic welfare model is in many aspects a good model but it needs more of a choice for individuals.

I don't look for [comedic moments] actually, I just live my life.

Friendship is the union of spirits.