My biggest advice for women writer/directors is to always be attempting to make work that avoids pandering to the conceptions that the industry has put in place for "women directors."

We read novels because we want to see the world through other experiences, other beings, other eyes, other cultures.

Sourness and bitterness come from the interfering and unappreciative mind. Life itself, when understood and utilized for what it is, is sweet. That is the message of The Vinegar Tasters.

I try to find out what the guy's strengths and weaknesses are. Like in boxing, I'd be a counter-puncher. Whatever he does well, I try to take advantage of what he doesn't do well.

Isn't it a coincidence that you and I are both alive at the same time?

I would have to investigate more of Bill's dancing abilities, you know, and some of this other stuff before I accurately judge whether he was in fact a brother.

Love seeks no cause beyond itself and no fruit; it is its own fruit, its own enjoyment. I love because I love; I love in order that I may love.

I've always wanted to make movies.

Staying present, living in Presence is the best gift anyone can give to those they love.

Kids in America today are overweight and lazy, and it's their parents fault for letting it happen.

Train at your current fitness level, or slightly above — not where you want to be.