Respect for self is the beginning of cultivating virtue in men and women.

Without hard work, nothing grows but weeds.

God is the designer of the family.

Being humble means recognizing that we are not on earth to see how important we can become, but to see how much difference we can make in the lives of others

Let us never forget to pray. God lives. He is near. He is real. He is not only aware of us but cares for us. He is our Father. He is accessible to all who will seek Him.

You can be smart and happy or stupid and miserable. . . it's your choice

Go forward in life with a twinkle in your eye and a smile on your face, but with great purpose in heart.

Whatever you do, do well. Be good at it. Stand a little taller. Be a little stronger. Be a little better.

The major work of the world is not done by geniuses. It is done by ordinary people, with balance in their lives, who have learned to work in an extraordinary manner.

Gratitude is the beginning of wisdom. Stated differently, true wisdom cannot be obtained unless it is built on a foundation of true humility and gratitude.

Somehow forgiveness, with love and tolerance, accomplishes miracles that can happen in no other way.

To live without philosophizing is in truth the same as keeping the eyes closed without attempting to open them.

Doing what you love is freedom. Loving what you do is happiness.

Doubt is unacceptable and should not enter you

Beware of trying to accomplish anything by force.

If you're looking for perfection look in the mirror. If you find it there expect it elsewhere.

I've always thought young.

The Scriptures were not given to increase our knowledge, but to change our lives.

We are connected to each other not only as humans, but to every living thing on the planet.

The past is always with us, for it feeds the present.

David Duchovny asked me while I was picking out shoes in the closet. It wasn't a special occasion. He just asked, 'Will you marry me?'