To know oneself, one should assert oneself.
The secret of getting ahead is getting started.
Problems are not stop signs, they are guidelines.
By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.
Do not weep do not wax indignant. Understand.
It's always too early to quit.
Be gentle to all and stern with yourself.
If you think you can do it, you can.
Who seeks shall find.
Expect problems and eat them for breakfast.
I acquired an admiration for Japanese culture, art, and architecture, and learned of the existence of the game of GO, which I still play.