A happy life consists not in the absence, but in the mastery of hardships.

Practicing an art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow, for heaven's sake.

The quality of your life depends quite a bit on the quality of attention you project out onto the world.

I do not think it worth while to wait for enjoyment until there is some real opportunity for it.

A purpose of human life, no matter who is controlling it, is to love whoever is around to be loved.

Don’t be afraid to be confused. Try to remain permanently confused. Anything is possible.

Words empowered by justice can never be silenced.

Intuition is a very powerful thing, more powerful than intellect.

The best friend is he that, when he wishes a person's good, wishes it for that person's own sake.

Run to the rescue with love and peace will follow.

If you want to look good in front of thousands, you have to outwork thousands in front of nobody.

You can't live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you.