“If one makes a mistake, then an apology is usually sufficient to get things back on an even keel. However-and this is a big however- most people do not ever know why their apology did not seem to h...”

“Those who are critical of my goals and dreams simply do not understand the higher purpose to which I have been called.”

“When you know that everything mattersthat every move counts as much as any otheryou will begin living a life of permanent purpose.”

“Remember, whatever you focus upon, increases...When you focus on the things you need, you'll find those needs increasing. If you concentrate your thoughts on what you don't have, you will soon be c...”

“Everybody wants to be on the mountaintop, but if you'll remember, mountaintops are rocky and cold. There is no growth on the top of a mountain. Sure, the view is great, but what's a view for? A vie...”

“Despite popular belief to the contrary, there is absolutely no power in intention. The seagull may intend to fly away, may decide to do so, may talk with the other seagulls about how wonderful it i...”

“A disciplined mind leads to happiness, and an undisciplined mind leads to suffering.”

“We love surfers for the same reasons we have always admired doctors and pilots and firemen and shamans, for the same reasons we admire excellent soldiers: because despite themselves they have bowed...”

“Passion is a Horse Given to Us to Discipline.”

“People lose their way when they lose their why.”

“We cant improve what we dont assess.”

“How we lead ourselves in life impacts how we lead those around us.”