Worrying is the most natural and spontaneous of all human functions. It is time to acknowledge this, perhaps even to learn to do it better.

All of today's DNA, strung through all the cells of the earth, is simply an extension and elaboration of [the] first molecule.

He learned...never to show his anger or hatred against a stronger adversary, for fear of being crushed.

The purpose of life is to be happy and then spread the fragrance of happiness to enhance the beauty of life.

When faced with a crisis, do three things: breathe, pray and be kind.

If you're stupid enough to whiff, you should be smart enough to forget it.

That's what I'd like to think that my reputation is - being honest.

I saw that [music] reflected in my mother when we listened to these records [of Bob Gordon]. And I felt it too.

I remember everyone who leaves.

Rashness belongs to youth; prudence to old age.

I look into the faces of people struggling with their own lives, and I do not see strangers.

What I hate is when you're wearing something and you feel it on your body. I hate that.