Exuberance is beauty.

The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.

Many are the wonders of the world, and none so wonderful as man.

Some people try to destroy you, precisely because they recognize your power.

My only advice is to stay aware, listen carefully, and yell for help if you need it.

I have stood on a mountain of no's for one yes.

Practicing an art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow, for heaven's sake.

All mistakes teach us something, so there are, in reality, no mistakes.

There is no gate, no lock, no bolt that you can set upon the freedom of my mind.

We are all of us obliged... to nurse a few little follies in ourselves.

It's not your job to be likable. It's your job to be yourself. Someone will like you anyway.

Don’t try to figure out what other people want to hear from you; figure out what you have to say.