“Family comes first" is indeed a powerful principle, but so is the imperative for your own development. It is not a self-explanatory or self-applying principle, and it can collide with other principles.”

“True character arises from a deeper well than religion. It is the internalization of moral principles of a society, augmented by those tenets personally chosen by the individual, strong enough to endure through trials of solitude and adversity. The principles are fitted together into what we call integrity, literally the integrated self, wherein personal decisions feel good and true. Character is in turn the enduring source of virtue. It stands by itself and excites admiration in others.”

“Principle of Change #2: Self-awareness is the foundation for change.”

“Why not"! That is SO wise. So many things would be possible in this world if you thought "Why not?" all day long.”

“Empty calories taste so good when you're down in the dumps.”

“The first principle of freedom is the right to go to hell in your own handbasket.”

“Although the principle of equality has always been self-evident, it has never been self-executing.”