If you're going through hell, keep going.
Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.
What you do today can improve all your tomorrows.
Problems are not stop signs, they are guidelines.
Know or listen to those who know.
Only the educated are free.
Do not weep do not wax indignant. Understand.
It's always too early to quit.
Never complain and never explain.
Expect problems and eat them for breakfast.
I think an education is beneficial, but whether it takes an education to be successful in the arts is a whole other question.