None of us like to think we are silly. But all must acknowledge that they are capable of silliness, from time to time

One hesitates to open a new chapter when the old one is not resolved.

It is presumptuous to draw conclusions about a person from what one has heard

It is our feelings that guide us and they can never lead us wrong

When you are in love- everything is romantic

No expectations mean there is no risk of disappointment.

If someone tries to use you as a tool, you shouldn't mind it, because it is their choice and folly, not yours.

I can always forgive where I understand.

You cannot believe everything you hear

I am no faint-heart when it comes to the unpleasant truth. Indeed I have always taken a bracing sort of pleasure in facing it.

People argue themselves out of their pleasures

Your original self is worth more than your imitation of someone else.

Aim low and you won't be disappointed.

What were the politics of my family? They were mainstream moderate politics.

I was getting close to thirty and was trying on the idea of becoming more mature. I was reading more. I had gone out and bought a lot of shirts.

Talent is everywhere, it only needs the opportunity.

Merchandising, merchandising, where the real money from the movie is made.

My unusual beauty tip is that I often use Vaseline to take my make up off. It works great and is good for sensitive skin.

Unpredictability is the greatest asset a leader can have.

We did this two-week boot camp before we filmed the movie. I got to know everybody in the group and we became friends. We got really tight throughout those two weeks.

Governments need to have both shepherds and butchers.