Above all, in order to gain respect, you need to be true to yourself. There is no point in trying to be brutal if it's not in your nature; there is no point in trying to be suave and sophisticated if it doesn't come naturally.

I like things in their proper places.

I know you're Belgian, that's where those waffles come from.

I never experienced any feelings of closeness and caring from my parents.

I have no patience at all.

Don't try to blame the rest of the world. The blame only lies with you. Recognize that immediately.

Look, I'm a member of the House of Lords and I'm the first to admit that I don't understand how one gets new laws through.