The important thing is that all stages from adolescent to mature man, work is done to spread the sporting spirit.

The most important thing in the Olympic Games is not winning but taking part; the essential thing in life is not conquering but fighting well.

The heart of our problem is the selfishness in our heart. The human spirit soars with hope when lifted by an encouraging word. The important thing in life is not the triumph but the struggle.

The Olympic Spirit is neither the property of one race nor of one age.

A better world could be brought about only by better individuals.

Olympism seeks to create a way of life based on the joy found in effort, the educational value of a good example and respect for universal fundamental ethical principles.

For each individual, sport is a possible source for inner improvement

Olympism... exalting and combining in a balanced whole the qualities of body, mind and will.

The important thing in life is not victory but combat; it is not to have vanquished but to have fought well.

Winning medals wasn't the point of the Olympics. It's the participating that counts.

The essential thing in life is not so much conquering as fighting well.

People will insist on treating the mons Veneris as though it were Mount Everest. Too silly!

It is much more likely that you will attain liberation if you want liberation for others, than just for yourself.

The world's as ugly as sin, And almost as delightful.

Statistically, skinny women die younger than fat women. Why? Because fat women are killing them.

I love wearing designer pieces with something I found at Target.

He who has a living faith in God will not do evil deeds with name of God on his lips.

Women are the last group anyone cares about in Hollywood.

A hug is the perfect gift, one size fits all, everyone likes them and no-one cares if it is given back.

A good leader needs to have a compass in his head and a bar of steel in his heart.

The Dharma is a very, very special and precious thing. The more you practice it, the more you will realize this.