The reason negative emotions burn out so very slowly in us is because we keep igniting them with old, unpleasant memories.

If your paramount concern in life is to make sure everyone likes and approves of you, you’re going to find yourself running in circles for the rest of your life.

If your paramount concern in life is to make sure everyone likes and approves of you, I’m sorry to say you’re going to find yourself running in circles for the rest of your life.

Some people may decide to hate you for no reason simply because your confidence reminds them of their insecurities.

The argument could be made that the word hero is overused. I do not think, however, that this is the case when referring to teachers.

The pursuit, even of the best things, ought to be calm and tranquil.

I never expected that, 20 years later, Chucky would be considered a classic, if I may invoke that term. A golden oldie anyway, something that people still care about 20 years later.

The biggest break in my career was getting into the Beatles in 1962. The second biggest break since then is getting out of them.

What makes me angry is closed mindedness, prejudice against those who are different from you, reveling in one's own ignorance.

I love Israel for its blue and white flag as it matches my legs.

People are unrealistic, illogical, and self-centered. Love them anyway.

My upbringing gave me a strong will, a mental aggressiveness in what I wanted to achieve.

What's come to perfection perishes. Things learned on earth we shall practice in heaven; Works done least rapidly Art most cherishes.

Petitions are ridiculous.