To be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.

Make decisions when you are ready, not under pressure. Others will always push you to make a decision for their own purposes, internal politics, or some other external need. But you can almost always say, “I need a little more time to think about this. I’ll get back to you.” This tactic is very effective at defusing even the most difficult and uncomfortable situations.

The power of words lies in their ability to create worlds.

You are the author of your own life story.

Reality is not what we see, but what we discover through art.