Things do not happen. Things are made to happen.

To know oneself, one should assert oneself.

Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.

You never know what motivates you.

If you've got a talent, protect it.

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.

Quality is not an act, it is a habit.