I do believe in the value of ideas—and that eventually they get a man somewhere.

The dead carry with them to the grave in their clutched hands only that which they have given away.

Waste in all its forms is to be abhorred... I deplore giving money to an institution that is careless in its expenditures.

The final condensation.

The life of a vampire begins with the first bite.

The best way out of a difficulty is through it.

The knowledge from an enlightened person breaks on the hard rocks of ignorance.

Spirituality is the intersection of three paths: letting go of ego, an unconditional yes to the conditions of human existence, and an immeasurable compassion.

It is not wise to neglect the present for the future, for who knows what the future will be?

Chicks dig a dude who’s sporting the latest eggplant turtleneck styles.

Self-love is better than any gilding to make that seem gorgeous wherein ourselves be parties.

I never quite envisioned myself a proper doctor under that white coat, but I was interested in the idea of healing and in the psychological dimension rather early on.

Patience means knowing it will happen . . . and giving it time to happen.

The syllogism art for art's sake refers to that kind of painting which disregards, or is contrary to, public taste.