"Art is the soul's attempt to give enduring form to the formless. In this truth lies the bedrock of all virtue — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"To live with purpose is to leave the world a little gentler than you found it. Remember this in moments of decisive trial."

"It is a profound truth that in the tapestry of human existence, every trial adds depth to the design — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"It is a radiant truth that when you master your attention, you master your entire perception of reality."

"To conquer fear is to realize that a single spark of imagination can ignite the world."

"To leave a mark on the world, remember that the legacy we leave is written in the hearts of others."

"My country is the world, and my religion is to do good."

"We watch a lot of Discovery Channel, shows like 'The Biggest Loser' and even 'Amazing Race.' You learn a lot about the world, it's fun and nobody's interested in beating anybody down. And then the opposite: I'm a huge fan of 'Survivor.'"