Overcoming the difficulties of an ultramarathon reminds me that I can overcome the difficulties of life

As powerful as our legs are, as magnificent as our lungs and arms and muscles are, nothing matters more than the mind.

It's a hard, simple calculus: Run until you can't run anymore. Then run some more. Find a new source of energy and will. Then run even faster.

You can hurt more than you ever thought possible, then continue until you discover that hurting isn't that big a deal.

Rational assessments too often led to rational surrenders.

Every single one of us possesses the strength to attempt something he isn't sure he can accomplish.

We strive toward a goal, and whether we achieve it or not is important, but it's not what's most important. What matters is how we move toward that goal.

The point was living with grace, decency, and attention to the world, and breaking free of the artificial constructs in your own life.

Train where your fitness is NOW, not where you want to be.

What we eat is a matter of life and death.

Nature's arena has a way of humbling and energizing us.

I lacked the courage to investigate the weaknesses of the wicked, because I discovered they are the same as the weaknesses of the saintly.

One who has a clear mind can never be fooled by his senses.

Technology brings mankind closer to divinity or extinction.

Some believe they can,    Some believe that they cannot.      Both are clearly right

It's a funny business. I kind of compare it to baseball. I'm always looking for a home run.

I could have stayed home and been kept by my wife.

You can only do so many serious dramas in a row before you want to break. You want a change.

I just was apologizing for maybe being a little goofy.

The Golden Rule works. It really does. Treat people the way you want to be treated. Kindness begets kindness.

It's a game. That's why we call it 'the news.' It's just a game.