And an ocean can swallow you, even when you can swim.

We have learned by now that our beauty does not count as a possession. The only thing we truly own is our legend.

The world rushes through us. We are peaceful. We are as deep and black as space. Staring up at the stars, we see only our own image reflected back at us. We are infinite and we are ravenous.

We are renters and borrowers and, in the end, only thieves.

Being a man is bullshit; maybe trying to be a man had been the problem all along. At a certain point you just have to trust someone. Even if it’s only yourself.

That kind of love should've been able to beat sickness. That kind of love should've conquered anything.

Father, be my comfort in this dark times.

Rational conduct on the basis of the idea of calling, was born... from the spirit of Christian asceticism.

It comes back all at once: a woman on a beach, a tree, a wind that calms, a rain that cleanses, but does not wet.

Strength is leading when you just don't want to lead.

We were just killing time, we were young and restless, and needed to unwind. There ain't nothing that lasts forever, forever.

If, by the way I play, I can be a role model or encourage someone else, that would be great.

The world wants to assign you a role in life. And once you accept that role you are doomed.

Today, some of the most spiritual people I know claim to be without religion.

Fathers, be good to your daughters. You are the god and the weight of her world.