Philosophy is an odd thing. When we use the word in everyday speech, you know, you sometimes hear it hilariously.

I shouldn't be saying this - high treason, really - but I sometimes wonder if Americans aren't fooled by our accent into detecting brilliance that may not really be there.

You can't reason yourself back into cheerfulness any more than you can reason yourself into an extra six inches in height.

I am a lover of truth, a worshipper of freedom, a celebrant at the altar of language and purity and tolerance.

Way back when I was working at the dump, I saw that, even when living among the trash, that some people would decide to choose joy in their lives.

Being happy is of the utmost importance. Success in anything is through happiness.

Olympism is a philosophy which, by blending sport with culture, seeks to create a way of life based on the joy found in effort, the educational value of good example and respect for universal ethical principles.

My music is about a joyful experience. I've learned that if you can affect other people, you should.