Nothing is an obstacle unless you say it is.

You can make your life whatever you want it to be

You may not be responsible for getting knocked down. But you're certainly responsible for getting back up.

For me, giving thanks is a sign of appreciation and gratitude that also brings about a deep sense of peace.

It's vital to be growing through your life rather than going through your life. The object is not to change other people or situations; it's to do the inner work they stimulate.

It doesn't matter how many say it cannot be done or how many people have tried it before; it's important to realize that whatever you're doing, it's your first attempt at it.

There are two reasons why people fail. One is irresponsibility. The second is fear.

I think the kazoo and chocolate-chip cookies have a lot in common. All you need is a mouth to appreciate either one.

Be clear about what you want to accomplish, and whether the circumstances surrounding you are actively helping you toward the goal.

Life truly is a journey, and the less baggage we carry the easier the ride.

Life is just a mirror, and what you see out there, you must first see inside of you.

Fear is the fire that melts Icarian wings.

Regret is just perfectionism plus time.

The only advice I would give Christians entering the world of arts: give yourself a period of time, maybe three or four years. If you haven't made it in your chosen art form, dump it.

Philosophers say that nothing can be seen that is neither illuminated nor colored.

John Hughes had such a huge impact on filmmaking.

It is easy to do things for our own families and loved ones, but to give of our substance for the stranger who is in need is the real test of our charity and love for our fellowmen.

True independence means being free from the domination of your own internal automatic behaviors, not doing what you feel like when the urge strikes.

Amateurs... venture into scenes that a writer with more experience (and more professional concern) would bypass or eschew altogether.

I don't think, that you can always - you can ever - get your game to perfection, you know. Only if you're Federer.

My brother and I moved out to Hollywood initially to be a band, and where we lived, there was crime all over with my brother and I being the victims sometimes.