“You always do what you want to do. This is true with every act. You may say that you had to do something, or that you were forced to, but actually, whatever you do, you do by choice. Only you have the power to choose for yourself.”

“Appreciation is a wonderful thing. It makes what is excellent in others belong to us as well.”

“We have to become more conscious of our feeling-world. By learning to identify the ‘emotional baggage’ and manage our feeling-world reactions, we can view life based on current information instead of being held captive by our past.”

“Celebration of individual differences is the fire that fuels lasting love.”

“Love experienced through the approval of others is fleeting; love experienced through self-acceptance is enduring.”

“My mission in life is not merely to survive; but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor and some style.”

“One of your most powerful inner resources is your own creativity.  Be willing to try on something new and play the game full-out.”

“Consider your own life – how many times a day does some situation pop up that leads to moments of frustration and anxiety? Surrendering your head to your heart in those moments will lead you to balance and fulfillment.”

“Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, worn or consumed. Happiness is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace, and gratitude.”

“Learning to love yourself, it is the greatest love of all.”