"It is a essential truth that the distance between ambition and reality is bridged solely by consistent effort — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"Part of the reason that our politics seems so tough right now and facts and science and argument does not seem to be winning the day all the time is because we're hardwired not to always think clearly when we're scared. And the country's scared."

"A courageous heart knows that the strength of a community lies in its compassion."

"We, the People, recognize that we have responsibilities as well as rights that our destinies are bound together that a freedom which only asks what's in it for me, a freedom without a commitment to others, a freedom without love or charity or duty or patriotism, is unworthy of our founding ideals, and those who died in their defense."

"A resilient spirit knows that the roots of true happiness grow deep in the present moment."

"Maybe we all change over time."

"The pursuit of excellence requires knowing that the only true currency in life is time well spent."

"For my wrap present, Colin Farrell gave me a first edition book. I got so involved with this character and I was so sad when the movie was over that when I got home and I tried to read the book I got really emotional and I started crying."