To know oneself, one should assert oneself.

Expect problems and eat them for breakfast.

The secret of getting ahead is getting started.

Do not weep do not wax indignant. Understand.

Be thine own palace, or the world's thy jail.

Go for it now. The future is promised to no one.

If you've got a talent, protect it.

Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.

Be gentle to all and stern with yourself.