The image is one thing and the human being is another… it's very hard to live up to an image.

Art is a spiritual function of man, which aims at freeing him from life's chaos.

Tolerance, like any aspect of peace, is forever a work in progress.

The world won't give you any gifts. If you want to have a life, steal it.

You will either step forward into growth, or you will step backward into safety.

Be soft. Do not let the world make you hard.

Courage and grace is a formidable mixture.

Let frustration fuel inspiration.

Real generosity toward the future lies in giving all to the present.

Your path is at your feet whether you realize it or not.

It's not your job to be likable. It's your job to be yourself. Someone will like you anyway.

One has to shut off that nagging part of the mind and go on without it with bravo and philosophy.