I was of the type who gets bullied rather than the one who does the bullying, which I'm glad about. I'd rather be that than a bully.

Giving triggers social cohesion. It's also the basis for an economy not based on money.

It's hard to appreciate the importance of the rainforest because it seems so far away, but it's vital to the survival of the planet as we know it.

I would like better colouration of my legs, like a little less of that English mottled purple thing that makes it necessary to wear tights all the time.

Don't overpluck your eyebrows. A make-up artist told me this once, and I've always remembered it.

I don't believe there's an afterlife - but I don't believe there's an end to life. Consciousness goes beyond the bounds of your body.

Talent is crucial. It needs to be driven by motivation, but blind ambition isn't the key.

I kind of see clothes a bit like role-playing, depending what mood I'm in.

There's an inherent contradiction between appreciating the beauty of clothes and creativity and individuality, and the waste around the ideas of trends and seasons.

It doesn't make me very happy to be on my computer all the time. I've never been drawn to that world.

People do make assumptions about models. That's their issue, not mine. It doesn't bother me because I'm comfortable enough in my own skin - I know who I am.

Each soul has special gift. Find your gift for the specific service.

It is a dangerous thing to reform anyone.

There is no time to fool around when you practice. Every drill must have a purpose. I try to never get away from thathabits are important

Legislators represent people, not trees or acres. Legislators are elected by voters, not farms or cities or economic interests.

Peace congresses often start by dealing with some of the less important questions in excessive detail, so at the end there is no time to discuss the most important problems.

I will find her." "And when you do?" Roger asked. "I will make her mine," the warrior answered in a hard, determined voice. "She will be mine." The vow was made.

It's impossible for me to say one word about all that music has meant to me in my life. How, then, can I hope to be understood?

You just have to smile and take it, otherwise it would drive you mad.

I think that has a lot of dangers, as does government surveillance, which is way too high.

It's hard to be a friend to someone who's depressed, but it is one of the kindest, noblest, and best things you will ever do.