I invented my life by taking for granted that everything I did not like would have an opposite, which I would like.

How wrong is it for a woman to expect the man to build the world she wants, rather than to create it herself?

My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style

In essence, if we want to direct our lives, we must take control of our consistent actions. It's not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives, but what we do consistently.

Lend yourself to others, but give yourself to yourself.

Cultivate your curves - they may be dangerous but they won't be avoided.

People should pursue what they're passionate about. That will make them happier than pretty much anything else.

The power for creating a better future is contained in the present moment: You create a good future by creating a good present.

Impossible is a word to be found only in the dictionary of fools.

Do you want to know who you are? Don't ask. Act! Action will delineate and define you.

Never stand begging for what one has the power to earn.

Be the change that you wish to see in the world.

You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right.

I'd rather be an optimist and a fool than a pessimist and right.

The starting point of all achievement is desire. Keep this constantly in mind. Weak desires bring weak results, just as a small amount of fire makes a small amount of heat.

If you get up in the morning and think the future is going to be better, it is a bright day. Otherwise, it's not.

We're lost, but we're making good time

Work gives you meaning and purpose and life is empty without it.

Argue not concerning God,re-examine all that you have been told at church or school or in any book, dismiss whatever insults your soul

Every intention is a trigger for transformation.

If you fell down yesterday, stand up today.