The highest duty and the highest proof of wisdom - that deed and word should be in accord.

It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare; it is because we do not dare that things are difficult

A sword by itself does not slay; it is merely the weapon used by the slayer.

The important thing about a problem is not its solution, but the strength we gain in finding the solution

Don't stumble over something behind you.

We become wiser by adversity; prosperity destroys our appreciation of the right.

Great men rejoice in adversity, just as brave soldiers triumph in war.

When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy.

There in no one more unfortunate than the man who has never been unfortunate. for it has never been in his power to try himself.

It's all in your headJ you have the power to make things seem hard or easy or even amusing. The choice is yours.

Death is the wish of some, the relief of many, and the end of all.

As humans, we unconsciously embrace the group’s beliefs and behaviors without questioning them or surrender to their opinions.

If you do not write something original you have written nothing at all.

I don't follow trends. I make each cake for a particular wedding, or event.

I have a daughter who I love very much, I hire women, I've worked with women, I've never had an issue with women.

Are we prepared to leave our comfort zones to reach a better place?

U.S. economic prosperity is closely tied to the availability of a reliable and affordable supply of energy.

Paul (McCartney) and I made a deal when we were 15. There was never a legal deal between us, just a deal we made when we decided to write together that we put both our names on it, no matter what.

If the house of the world is dark, Love will find a way to create windows.

Don't worry, Otto. I'm an acquired taste. Most of my best friends had to know me for years before they could even stand my presence. I'm like mold, I usually grow on you very slowly. (Tabitha)

I'm not stupid enough to want to be famous. But I would like to be able to earn a living playing music.