We can choose to throw stones, to stumble on them, to climb over them, or to build with them.

The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails.

A warm smile is the universal language of kindness.

Do more than belong: participate. Do more than care: help. Do more than believe: practice. Do more than be fair: be kind. Do more than forgive: forget. Do more than dream: work.

Opportunities are like sunrises. If you wait too long, you miss them.

The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.

Study while others are sleeping; work while others are loafing; prepare while others are playing; and dream while others are wishing.

When we seek to discover the best in others, we somehow bring out the best in ourselves.

Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.” —

Three enemies of personal peace: regret over yesterday’s mistakes, anxiety over tomorrow’s problems, and ingratitude for today’s blessings.

Flatter me, and I may not believe you. Criticize me, and I may not like you. Ignore me, and I may not forgive you. Encourage me, and I will not forget you. Love me and I may be forced to love you.

If you do not direct your path, the world will. Don't ever let anyone make you go where you do not want to be.

You are the same today that you are going to be five years from now except for two things: the people with whom you associate and the books you read.

Well, considering my entire life, now seems rules by odd coincidences, I figure it's right on track.

Guantanamo Bay houses enemy combatants ranging from terrorist trainers and recruiters to bomb makers, would-be suicide bombers, and terrorist financiers.

Immerse yourself in the outdoor experience. It will cleanse your soul and make your a better person.

Keep on following your dreams and don't let anyone put you down or tell you that you can't do it!

Never accept the initial premise of the opposition.

The only reason you should move to a new job is if you are not getting the opportunity to do what you want to do and what you believe you can do.

I believe it is important for comedians to know who came before them.