When it comes to ourselves, we often have a blind spot. That is, we fail to see ourselves as others see us. We fail to recognize our most obvious traits: our strengths, weaknesses, mannerisms.

Keep your prayer simple. Whatever confuses or complicates prayer is probably best forgotten.

Hold fast to the love of your life

I had two speeds, which often varied with my blood alcohol level: fine with whatever, and never, ever satisfied. Where was the balance between these two?

There's only one thing that everyone in this world has in common: whether you want to love somebody and you want to be loved in return.

The president needs to be a force that is trusted in the world.

Get the action habit - you do not need to wait until conditions are perfect.

..you do not leave a library; if you do what it wants you to do, you are taking it with you.

I wanted to be a huge star and I have failed.

[George Michael] is a great songwriter and he makes very classy videos, like me.

Compassion is where peace and justice kiss

Robots may cut down on infection and mean a consultant can see more patients, but wouldn't you rather meet the doctor than a machine?