I like reading the world through a writer's eyes, rather than seeing a writer looking at him or herself as if at the center of gravity of the world around them.

I learned to keep at a certain distance from things - and to make myself a little bit invisible while I observed and understood them.

I can always, quite easily, put myself in other people's shoes, so to speak, and look at the world through them.

Perfection is not just about control. It's also about letting go. Surprise yourself so you can surprise the audience. Transcendence! Very few have it in them.

You have the gift of a brilliant internal guardian that stands ready to warn you of hazards and guide you through risky situations.

America is addicted to oil and increasing amounts of this oil comes from abroad. Some of the nations we depend on for oil have unstable governments or are hostile towards the United States.

You are the only one who can do it like you do it. You are the best. You have what it takes. You have the power. When you put your mind to something, you get it done. So what are you waiting for?

Jesus calls us to a holiness that is positive, generous and openhearted. It's a difficult, daring challenge - do we accept it?

You find that the injustice that created a wound is no longer true, right now, in this moment.

My appearance gave me access to a particular kind of world and I'm really grateful for it.

Living in England has no such excuse: These are my customs and establishments.

You need some knowledge to recognize knowledge, so where does the first knowledge come from?

Imagination grows by exercise.