Relationships

You cannot win your life. And like improv, you cannot win your life.

In life, the things that go wrong are often the very things that lead to other things going right.

If you choose to broaden your circle to include people who've had different backgrounds and life experiences, you'll learn what it's like to walk in someone else's shoes, and in the process, you'll help make this democracy work.

There's usually somebody else who can do your job, but there's nobody else who can be a loving child or a devoted parent.

Empathy is at the heart of the actor's art.

Jeff, one day you'll understand that it's harder to be kind than clever.

All the greatness you may achieve in your career doesn't amount to a whole lot if your personal life is a mess.

Of all the things you do in life or all the questions you ponder, I would like you to keep kindness at the top of the list.

Find allies rather than adorers. Adorers will point out everything you do well. Allies will also be honest with you when they feel you are making mistakes or not living up to your potential.

Always remember that the moments we have with friends and family, the chances we have to make a difference in the world — all those wonderful chances that life gives us, life also takes away. It can happen fast, and a whole lot sooner than you think.

A new vision of the American dream that says achieving balance in your life is more important than the balance in your checking account.

In the end, life is about the big and small things. The 'A' on the exam and the car-ride conversations, the game-winning touchdown and the 'Hi' in the hallway. What we view as the smaller things are the more important things.