Before knowing what the hero wants, the audience has little interest in her fate.

Once you know what it takes to live a better story, you don't have a choice.

And I found myself wanting even better stories. And that's the thing you'll realize when you organize your life into the structure of story.

PERHAPS ONE OF the reasons I've avoided having a clear ambition is that second you stand up and point toward a horizon, you realize how much there is to lose. It's always been this way.

I know a little of why there is blood in my body, pumping life into my limbs and thought into my brain. I am wanted by God.

We aren't sure what we want in life, there is no story question in our lives either. And if there is no story question inviting us to take action, we will lose interest in our own lives.

The future belongs to the dreamers, not to the critics. The future belongs to the people who follow their heart no matter what the critics say, because they truly believe in their vision.

The story of America is the story of an adventure that began with deep faith, big dreams and humble beginnings.

Have you ever stopped to think in your own personal life why God permits certain people to cross your path? Do you wish that you had never met certain people? Are there people whom you would call your enemies? Someone may have caused you sorrow, but it is all for His purpose. God has permitted all that for a particular purpose. Learn to recognize the hand of God in your life.

We cannot do better than follow His plan.

Carry your most important goal in your wallet.

I think when you have big dreams you attract other big dreamers.