“Every relationship, job, or situationShould reinforce your internal relationThe surest way to derail your dreamIs clinging to things that destroy your self esteem”

“Self-control is like quietly walking through the trees and calmly trying to find your way out of the forest. Self-mastery is like being okay in the forest.”

“Work as if you'll earn a Nobel Prize. Give regardless of your wallet's size. Laugh until tears roll from your eyes. These are the things that give life its spice.”

“Be gracious in your giving for as long as you're living. The blessings will come back on an unexpected day, and present themselves in an unexpected way.”

“When something in your life doesn't please youYou can decide to hang your head and feel blueOr you can use your powerful mind as a treasureTo convert your present pain into future pleasure”

“If you listen attentively to what you say, you'll amaze yourself with your insights, and you might even learn a thing or two.”

“When people try to affront you, you can do two things: either accept it and ruin your day, or leave their gift unaccepted, which returns it to sender.”