The reason adults should look as though they are having fun, is to give kids a reason to want to grow up.

- Patch Adams

I am funny, but I'm not about funny... I'm about peace & justice.

- Patch Adams

The most radical act anyone can commit is to be happy.

- Patch Adams

We need each other, deeper than anyone ever dares to admit even to themselves. I think it is a genetic imperative that we huddle together and hold on…

- Patch Adams

Remember laughing? Laughter enhances the blood flow to the body’s extremities and improves cardiovascular function. Laughter releases endorphins and …

- Patch Adams

Laughter boosts the immune system and helps the body fight off disease, cancer cells as well as viral, bacterial and other infections. Being happy is…

- Patch Adams

The role of a clown and a physician are the same - it's to elevate the possible and to relieve suffering.

- Patch Adams

We need to start treating the patient as well as the disease.

- Patch Adams

Humor is an antidote to all ills.

- Patch Adams