After a storm comes a calm.
To know oneself, one should assert oneself.
By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.
The most effective way to do it, is to do it.
Without hard work, nothing grows but weeds.
If you've got a talent, protect it.
If you can dream it, you can do it.
The secret of getting ahead is getting started.
Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.
Be gentle to all and stern with yourself.
Any romantic feelings for a 12-year-old are like entering into a fantasy world.