Leadership is an opportunity to serve. It is not a trumpet call to self-importance.

In a sense, each of us is an island. In another sense, however, we are all one. For though islands appear separate, and may even be situated at great distances from one another, they are only extrusions of the same planet, Earth.

There are realities we all share, regardless of our nationality, language, or individual tastes. As we need food, so do we need emotional nourishment: love, kindness, appreciation, and support from others.

You will find peace not by trying to escape your problems, but by confronting them courageously. You will find peace not in denial, but in victory.

Acceptance is different than apathy. It is important to strive to be your best self, your healthiest, most productive, joyful self. But that is going to be a different answer to everyone.

For many, many people, getting married is one of the most important things they will ever do in the pursuit of happiness.

Happiness is fleeting - I think that's the main lesson I have learned.

Children never seek happiness: they are happy.