I want to surf better tomorrow. I want to surf better in 10 years. When I'm 50 I want to be a better surfer than I am now - for me it's a lifelong journey.

It's like the mafia. Once you're in - your in. There's no getting out.

Not to sound too deep or weird, but I think that the times when you really appreciate surfing are the times you're really sort of becoming one with nature. Surfing's as raw of a sport as it gets.

Motivation is temporary. Inspiration is permanent.

The joy of surfing is so many things combined, from the physical exertion of it, to the challenge of it, to the mental side of the sport.

It's all about where your mind's at

I think when a surfer becomes a surfer, it's almost like an obligation to be an environmentalist at the same time.

Surfing is my religion, if I have one.

For a surfer, it's never-ending. There's always some wave you want to surf.

I've always thought surfing is a reflection of who you are.

Most anything I've ever set my mind to, I could accomplish.

How ignorant can you be to hurt another person? You cannot hurt someone else without hurting yourself first.

The position of a hero is not for the comparision, it is a reference point

A smile you gift is a smile you earn… Gift a smile to your parents, friends, or even a stranger.

I came hoping to see those eyes, but instead I return with my heart, leaving behind only flowers.

You hope people won't be tricky or miserable. If you're in public life, it's important not to be. If someone says, 'I like your programme, thank you,' you should be grateful. I am. Why be nasty?

Everyone gets real quiet 'cause they're a little uncomfortable.

You know, let a few years go by until I hit my midlife crisis. Then that can be documented on film.

Surround yourself with good people that keep you grounded, work hard, and be patient.

If you ask, do you like strong men or weak men, I'd say, I like who I like.

Music is the noise that surrounds the stillness of the art form.