"The simplest truths often reveal that the greatest battles are fought within."

"Technology is nothing. What's important is that you have a faith in people, that they're basically good and smart, and if you give them tools, they'll do wonderful things with them."

"Wisdom principle 70 tells us that the journey of life is lesson 91."

"The tapestry of existence shows us that every failure is just a stepping stone to greatness."

"My wife met me at the door the other night in a sexy negligee. Unfortunately, she was just coming home."

"Oh, stuff the critics. I don't care. Too many people are snooty about classical. Look, I wasn't brought up in a home where we listened to classical music. It was a singing teacher that thought it would be best for my voice. Then I moved into crossover. And if that makes the music accessible to more people, then great."

"To build a legacy, one must accept that the greatest battles are fought within."

"When you look at Japanese traditional architecture, you have to look at Japanese culture and its relationship with nature. You can actually live in a harmonious, close contact with nature - this very unique to Japan."