Art is about finding creativity in the gutter next to you.

Aim above morality. Be not simply good; be good for something.

Pretend you’re more obsessed with this moment and a little bit less with the way it ends.

Resilience — the ability to brush off pain.

The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn't said.

Enthusiasm is the great hill-climber.

The earth is the mother of all people, and all people should have equal rights upon it.

Music is a higher revelation than all wisdom and philosophy.

You will never get any more out of life than you expect.

Beware; for I am fearless, and therefore powerful.

Above all, don't fear difficult moments. The best comes from them.

Do not whine... Do not complain. Work harder. Spend more time alone.