In life's work, bliss and sacrifice are two sides of the same coin, complementary opposites.

Every man or woman is a potential poet or artist. Everyone has the capacity to bring to their work the dignity, purposefulness, and presence of the artist.

Without self-expression, life lacks spontaneity and joy. Without service to others, it lacks meaning and purpose.

Your life's work is something you love to do, something your talents can find full expression through. If we enjoy our work, we are sure to bring our creativity and enthusiasm to it.

To the extent that your work takes into account the needs of the world, it will be menaingful; to the extent that through it you express your unique talents, it will be joyful.

The artist accepts the limitations of form, not with fear and dread, but as the starting point of creation.

be present, be concentrated, and be strong.

Good intentions are not enough; commitment and sacrifice are necessary.

The hero, in living her own life, in being true to herself; radiates a light by which others may see their own way.

I am happy that I am a unique individual, endowed with unique talents and abilities. I never spend my precious time and energy comparing my talents with those of others.

The problem is not the problem. The problem is how you think about the problem.

Love well, laugh often and live well for Christ.

Beauty can be seen in all things, seeing and composing the beauty is what separates the snapshot from the photograph.

Stand still. The trees ahead and bush beside you are not lost.

You've got to know someone pretty well to hate them.

With [Fred] Zinnemann I did A Man For All Seasons. He was my screen godfather. I'm happy to say he was.

Hopefully, I have a certain amount of what you call musical talent.

You take the senses away, and there is no consciousness. Consciousness comes from experience.

I despise this weakness in myself - this endless one-sided conversation that takes the place of action.

Success is like pumping an old well handle. You have to pump a very long time before you get water. But don't give up or you will have to start all over again.