"Fantasy and reality often overlap."

"All the adversity I've had in my life, all my troubles and obstacles, have strengthened me... You may not realize it when it happens, but a kick in the teeth may be the best thing in the world for you…"

"The more you like yourself, the less you are like anyone else, which makes you unique."

"I always like to look on the optimistic side of life, but I am realistic enough to know that life is a complex matter."

"When you're curious, you find lots of interesting things to do."