“if you offer wisdom from a third party, it seems less arrogant and more acceptable.”

“People lie for lots of reasons, often because it seems like a way to get what they want with less effort.”

“If you want something bad enough, never give up (and take a boost when offered).”

“Experience is what you get when you didn't get what you wanted. And experience is often the most valuable thing you have to offer.”

“Time is all you have and you may find one day that you have less than you think.”

“Failure is not just acceptable, it's often essential." The Last Lecture”

“And even though I did not reach the NFL, I sometimes think I got more from persuing that dream, and not accomplishing it, then I did from many of the ones I did accomplish.”