“The finest works of art are precious, among other reasons, because they make it possible for us to know, if only imperfectly and for a few moments, what it actually feels like to think subtly and feel nobly. In the sugar of modern life, art has disposed of all these good qualities.”

“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning ...”

“When your army has crossed the border, you should burn your boats and bridges, in order to...”

“YOU decide what your limits are, and YOU decide your level of success. You are responsible...”

“Live for today, hope for tomorrow”

“As the man once said, the harder you work, the luckier you get.”

“I believe the truth is only offensive when we’re lying.”

“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not.”

“No one can continually insult you or hurt your feelings without your permission.”

“Sometimes it takes years for a person to become an overnight success”

“If you think adventure is dangerous, try routine: it is lethal.”

“I think it is possible for ordinary people to choose to be extraordinary.”

“The ego is not master in its own house.”