Stop acting so small. You are the universe in ecstatic motion.

They say Rome wasn't built in a day, but I wasn't on that particular job.

Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.

Today I shall behave, as if this is the day I will be remembered.

The world is the great gymnasium where we come to make ourselves strong.

Though the road's been rocky it sure feels good to me.

Cultivate your curves - they may be dangerous but they won't be avoided.

My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style

You get in life what you have the courage to ask for.

We were a family who had come from nothing and now we had respect from French people of all sorts.

After climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many more hills to climb.

Some people feel the rain. Others just get wet.

When we see men of a contrary character, we should turn inwards and examine ourselves.

If you want creative workers, give them enough time to play.

I hated every minute of training, but I said, 'Don't quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion'.

It always seems impossible until it's done.

I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than strict justice.

They deem me mad because I will not sell my days for gold; and I deem them mad because they think my days have a price.

My optimism wears heavy boots and is loud.

Surround yourself only with people who are going to take you higher.

The deeds you do may be the only sermon some persons will hear today.