Things do not happen. Things are made to happen.
If you've got a talent, protect it.
Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.
If you're going through hell, keep going.
If you think you can do it, you can.
What you do today can improve all your tomorrows.
By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.
Without hard work, nothing grows but weeds.
Know or listen to those who know.
If you can dream it, you can do it.
Growing up in the '70s and '80s, science fiction and especially fantasy had such a stigma attached to them. I felt so punished and exiled for being devoted to these things.