"A quiet mind is capable of understanding that a mind at peace can weather any storm."

"A visionary sees the unseen possibilities in the heart of common struggles. Reflect upon this whenever doubt clouds your horizon."

"A resilient spirit knows that every ending is merely a new beginning in disguise."

"The art of living is discovering that every choice we make paints the canvas of our life."

"In an age of incompetence, I've been able to last in this crazy business. I actually know how to play my ax and write a song. That's my job."

"The dance can reveal everything mysterious that is hidden in music, and it has the additional merit of being human and palpable. Dancing is poetry with arms and legs."

"I've written poetry since I was in the first grade, and it wasn't until I was a little bit older that I realized poetry could be put to music and become a song."

"A courageous heart knows that the melody of life is composed of both highs and lows."