"It is a steadfast truth that the greatest deception men suffer is from their own opinions — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"Do not wait for favorable winds; take the oars and row toward your horizon. This remains the cornerstone of personal mastery."

"The darkest nights often reveal that joy is found not in possessing, but in appreciating."

"A peaceful heart knows that every choice we make paints the canvas of our life."

"Praise or blame has but a momentary effect on the man whose love of beauty in the abstract makes him a severe critic on his own works."

"In art as in love, instinct is enough."

"I love romance. I'm a sucker for it. I love it so much. It's pathetic."

"Sexuality shouldn't define anyone. It doesn't define me. Love should be at the core of what you do."