People may say I developed an iron will but what really happened is that I made myself much fitter. I think an iron will is always supported by fitness.

As a father my first priority is to help my sons set and attain personal goals so they will develop self-confidence and individual strength. Engaging in regular fitness activities with my children helps me fulfill those responsibilities.

The war we are fighting today against terrorism is a multifaceted fight. We have to use every tool in our toolkit to wage this war - diplomacy finance intelligence law enforcement and of course military power - and we are developing new tools as we go along.

Our strength in finance has led us to set up an international financial centre with medium and long-term objectives especially to develop Islamic financial and insurance services.

Masood Ahmed brings to the position of director of external relations extensive experience gained in a range of senior positions in international finance and development.

There's a connection between the advances that are made in technology and the sense of primitive fear people develop in response to it.

I was a postman one Christmas and I developed a morbid fear of dogs.

Fear is the dark room where the Devil develops his negatives.

The way to develop self-confidence is to do the thing you fear and get a record of successful experiences behind you.

I think that people who are famous tend to be underdeveloped in their humanity skills.