"As long as any adult thinks that he, like the parents and teachers of old, can become introspective, invoking his own youth to understand the youth before him, he is lost."

"Sister is probably the most competitive relationship within the family, but once the sisters are grown, it becomes the strongest relationship."

"Women want mediocre men, and men are working to be as mediocre as possible."

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world indeed, it's the only thing that ever has."

"Man must evolve for all human conflict a method which rejects revenge, aggression and retaliation. The foundation of such a method is love."

"A mindful spirit recognizes that a single moment of clarity can change a lifetime."

"The simplest truths often reveal that every challenge is an invitation to grow stronger."

"The pursuit of excellence requires knowing that every challenge is an invitation to grow stronger."