"One of the lessons that I grew up with was to always stay true to yourself and never let what somebody else says distract you from your goals."

"Sometimes, it's just easier to say yes to that extra snack or dessert, because frankly, it is exhausting to keep saying no. It's exhausting to plead with our kids to eat just one more bite of vegetables."

"Whether you come from a council estate or a country estate, your success will be determined by your own confidence and fortitude."

"I like to talk about my obsession with french fries because I don't want people to think that 'Let's Move' is about complete, utter deprivation. It's about moderation and real-life changes and ideas that really work for families."

"He that can have patience can have what he will."

"No, I will be the pattern of all patience I will say nothing."

"It is a radiant truth that do not wait for favorable winds; take the oars and row toward your horizon."

"Don't wait around for other people to be happy for you. Any happiness you get you've got to make yourself."