Peak performers develop powerful mental images of the behavior that will lead to the desired results. They see in their mind's eye the result they want, and the actions leading to it.

Workaholics are addicted to activity; super achievers are committed to results.

Values provide perspective in the best of times and the worst.

On course doesn't mean perfect. On course means that even when things don't go perfectly - you are still going in the right direction.

The one element that stands out most clearly among our peak performers is their virtually unassailable belief in the likelihood of their own success.

I've discovered that numerous peak performers use the skill of mental rehearsal of visualization. They mentally run through important events before they happen.

Mission starts with determining what you really care about and want to accomplish and committing yourself to it. You can always develop expertise. First, discover your preference.

It takes no genius to observe that a one-man band never gets very big

People who have committed to a service/advocacy role will tell you that some of the sublimest pleasure they have ever experienced comes in the context of that work. You get way more than you give.

I'm not overweight, I'm undertall

All athletic accomplishments begin with volition; that is, the desire and willpower necessary to succeed. Volition affects more than thoughts and feelings - it affects physical performance.

Tolerance! The virtue that makes one bite his tongue so that he can tear out his hair.

True love doesn't have an expiry date

My book 'Ali Pasha' tells the true story of a young sailor Henry Friston, who, in the hell-fire of battle, forms an unusual friendship.

There's something about my Mexican-American heritage... I'm proud of it.

For material progress and physical well being, peace of mind is of utmost importance.

Only he who gives thanks for the little things receives the big things.

Everyone thirsteth after gaine.

For me an object is something living. This cigarette or this box of matches contains a secret life much more intense than that of certain human beings.

Transplanting the ballet to the United States is like trying to raise a palm tree in Dakota.

I love "30 Rock" because Tina Fey allows me to fly over the cuckoo nest once a week.