There's something about death that is comforting. The thought that you could die tomorrow frees you to appreciate your life now.

The sun doesn't lose its beauty when covered by the clouds. The same way your beauty doesn't fade when being covered by Hijab

Different is good. When someone tells you that you are different, smile and hold your head up and be proud.

Every day we choose who we are by how we define ourselves.

Where ever I am I always find myself looking out the window wishing I was somewhere else.

I've realized that being happy is a choice.

I love to put on lotion. Sometimes I'll watch TV and go into a lotion trance for an hour. I try to find brands that don't taste bad in case anyone wants to taste me.

I know my children will never have to say, 'Mom died of ovarian cancer.'

If I make a fool of myself, who cares? I'm not frightened by anyone's perception of me.

I'm odd looking. Sometimes I think I look like a funny muppet.

I've been reckless, but I'm not a rebel without a cause.

He that has doctrinal knowledge and speculation only, without affection, never is engaged in the business of religion.

Imitate the traits of your creator

The only thing that is stronger than what I fear is what I believe in.

We are changed not by being told what we need to do for God, but by hearing the news about what God has done for us.

I've been working with music videos and commercials, they are naturally very music driven and visual driven. So that feels like my natural element to be working with that.

Nothing matters, but it's perhaps more comfortable to keep calm and not interfere with other people.

Suicide, is a persons privilege. I don't believe it's a sin or a crime it's your right if you do. Though it doesn't get you anywhere.

I’m not a pro, but I know enough to be dangerous.

A personal essay often includes some or a lot of personal confession. That makes the reader feel less lonely in their confusion and darkness.

Get the big truth first. If you get the big truth, the small truths will accumulate around it.