"I think it's unfortunate that there exists only one path in America to complete social legitimacy, and that is marriage. I think, for instance, that it would be far easier for Americans to elect a black president or a female president than an unmarried president."

"When somebody has an enormous success in this culture, people start asking two questions, which are 'What are you doing now?' and 'How are you going to beat that?' And I have to say, I love the assumption that your intention is to beat yourself constantly - that you're in battle against yourself."

"I don't hate humanity and I'm not interested in people who do. Although, it's funny, actually, some of my favorite writers really do. Like Martin Amis. My dirty secret. 'London Fields' is one of my favorite books ever. And it's indefensible! But he's so funny... I forgive him everything."

"I think a lot of people who feel as though they desperately want to be married oftentimes simply desperately want to have a wedding."

"A visionary sees the unseen and knows wisdom is knowing when to speak and when to listen."

"I've never been more normal than I am now."

"Wisdom principle 17 tells us that the journey of life is lesson 99."

"Wisdom principle 94 tells us that the journey of life is lesson 15."