I think everybody who puts on a uniform for their country is a hero.

I can take just about anyone and make them physically strong.

The heart and soul of a Navy SEAL is somebody who's committed to their country and committed to their teammates.

The guy who finally pulled the trigger on Osama bin Laden is not patting himself on the back. He's giving as much credit to his teammates who got him to that position.

If you've never met a Navy SEAL and you ran into one at a bar, you probably still wouldn't know he's a Navy SEAL.

All SEALS in my mind are equally elite. It doesn't matter if you're SEAL Team Two, One, Six, 10, it doesn't matter. All SEALS are equally elite.

Seal Team Six is a different unit than the rest of the SEAL teams inasmuch as they concentrate primarily on one thing, counter-terrorism, hostage rescue.

Never ask another person's advice about anything God makes you decide before Him.

For me, directing is like writing with meat. I can write live, in real time, and change things and be confident that I'm helping the movie.

Judi Dench and Ian McKellen taught me how to work hard and respect the theatre.

Weak minds may be injured by novel-reading; but sensible people find both amusement and instruction therein.

You have to understand where the camera needs to me. There were times where you were suddenly aware where the cameras were, then you were in a different place and it didn't feel like the same movie.

The world is made up of facts, not things.

My success is not about the wealth and fame. I am most concerned with my relationship to God, which is the most important.

To play in the men's tournaments I have to keep getting stronger and get more distance

Wherever you turn, there is always something wrong with the politicians. They have everything they need to save the world, and they don't save it.

The key to a successful marriage is accepting that you're not going to change the other person. And the words "Yes, dear. Whatever you want.