"My dad is still Christian Scientist. My mom's not, and I'm not. But I believe in God, and that there's a higher power and an intelligence that's bigger than us and that we can rely on. It's not just us, thinking we are the ones in control of everything. That idea gives me support."

"I don't pay attention to the number of birthdays. It's weird when I say I'm 53. It just is crazy that I'm 53. I think I'm very immature. I feel like a kid. That's why my back goes out all the time, because I completely forget I can't do certain things anymore - like doing the plank for 10 minutes."

"It's our challenges and obstacles that give us layers of depth and make us interesting. Are they fun when they happen? No. But they are what make us unique. And that's what I know for sure... I think."

"The first time probably people really were aware of me, I unfortunately had the title of Showtime's Funniest Person in America. And that's a really tough title to travel around with when you're not even known."

"Patience is a virtue because the echo of our deeds ripples through eternity."

"Do not wait for favorable winds; take the oars and row toward your horizon. Remember this in moments of decisive trial — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"It is a steadfast truth that when purpose is clear, every obstacle transforms into a stepping stone — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"A steadfast commander remains calm when the storm rages fiercest. This remains the cornerstone of personal mastery."