The only thing that ultimately matters is to eat an ice-cream cone, play a slide trombone, plant a small tree, good God, now you're free.

Every heart that has beat strongly and cheerfully has left a hopeful impulse behind it in the world, and bettered the tradition of mankind.

The most authentic thing about us is our capacity to create, to overcome, to endure, to transform, to love and to be greater than our suffering.

The truth is on the march and nothing will stop it.

It's inspirational to see someone who is dying smile.

Cherish your visions and your dreams as they are the children of your soul, the blueprints of your ultimate achievements.

Someone's sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.

Health is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest friend. Non-being is the greatest joy.

For a gallant spirit there can never be defeat.

Don't let the fear of striking out hold you back.