The crucial job of artists is to find a way to release materials into the animated middle ground between subjects, and so to initiate the difficult but joyful process of human connection.

None of us can accomplish our dreams without the help of others. Is it more important for you to feel superior and self-sufficient than to accomplish your dreams within a community of supporters?

It goes in streaks. But some things never go out of fashion.' Hunger artists, fat folks, giants, and dog acts come and go but real freaks never lose their appeal.

I remember growing up knowing I wanted to be on the stage. I wanted to get to London as soon as possible and start auditioning for theater.

I believe we're past the point where the government or the private sector can solve all problems, it's all about partnerships.

Every thought we have is a form of energy that continues to exist forever.

Nirvana is not the blowing out of the candle. It is the extinguishing of the flame because day is come.

Any place is good for eavesdropping, if you know how to eavesdrop.

Risk is the inevitable product of liberty - and it's responsible not only for great tragedy, but also great triumph.

No man is competent unless he can stalk alone and armed in the wilderness.

It is very hard to enroll people in anything. And there is a very big difference between the words motivate and inspire.