I was very afraid of failure because if you fail at something you love, then you ruin what you love.

I had this attitude, that Silicon Valley obnoxious attitude, that I know what I'm doing, and the rest was going to be pretty easy.

It's only a risk if you think there's a chance of failure.

Nikola Tesla, one of Colorado's famous residents, always believed that the gasoline engine made no sense.

Strong communities are built around local, real food. Food we trust to nourish our bodies, the farmer and planet.

The idea behind fast food is great - people want convenience.

Try to see what’s in front of you instead of what’s behind.

I knew, starting in 10th grade, I wanted to be in theater and an actor. I went to acting school in Siberia, but there was no future there - and I was consumed with ambition.

I like all kinds of music, though I tend to prefer jazz and classics.

It is only possible to speak in the language and in the spirit of one's time.

Money has much more power down the ballot.

I am extremely close to my brother, Kent, and my sister, Lauren, who have been remarkably understanding about all of my weird sibling tales.

In looking for the keys of paradise, a pope may stoop a little; having found them, he should rise again.

In your heart there is innocence waiting to be free.

Never let your fears be the boundaries of your dreams. Happiness is a direction, not a place.

The Tezuman priests have a sophisticated calendar and an advanced horology," quoted Rincewind. "Ah," said Eric, "Good." "No," said Rincewind patiently. "It means time measurement." "Oh.