Expect problems and eat them for breakfast.
Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.
Only the educated are free.
To be a good loser is to learn how to win.
Without hard work, nothing grows but weeds.
If you've got a talent, protect it.
Know or listen to those who know.
To know oneself, one should assert oneself.
If you can dream it, you can do it.
What you do today can improve all your tomorrows.
I think an education is beneficial, but whether it takes an education to be successful in the arts is a whole other question.