It is not the passion of a mind struggling with misfortune, or the hopelessness of its desires, but of a mind preying on itself, and disgusted with, or indifferent to all other things.

The love of liberty is the love of others; the love of power is the love of ourselves.

A gentle word, a kind look, a good-natured smile can work wonders and accomplish miracles.

Grace has been defined as the outward expression of the inward harmony of the soul.

Do not keep on with a mockery of friendship after the substance is gone - but part, while you can part friends. Bury the carcass of friendship: it is not worth embalming.

There is no prejudice so strong as that which arises from a fancied exemption from all prejudice.

Those who are at war with others are not at peace with themselves.

The more we do, the more we can do; the more busy we are, the more leisure we have.

Fashion is gentility running away from vulgarity and afraid of being overtaken

I'm not smart, but I like to observe. Millions saw the apple fall, but Newton was the one who asked why.

We are very much what others think of us. The reception our observations meet with gives us courage to proceed, or damps our efforts.

The inability to see air does not prevent us from breathing. Being unable to see God should not prevent us from believing.

No matter how hard the battle gets or no matter how many people DON'T believe in your dream,Never give up!

Just remember, Every day of your lives, you must always be sure what you’re fighting for.

The theater business is very much about "Hey, if you want our big blockbuster at Christmas time, you'll play our piece of crap in April."

The more I like me, the less I want to pretend to be other people.

When a man dies he clutches in his hands only that which he has given away during his lifetime.

Nobody kicks on being interrupted if it's by applause.

I got a huge knot in my stomach because if Antarctica could talk, it would be saying only one thing: you don't belong here. (277)

I've never thought it was necessary to make fun of people - you can find fun in people without necessarily mocking them.

I am naturally taciturn, and became a silent and attentive listener.