Whoever is happy will make others happy.

We lit the stove a few days ago and the entire room is filled with smoke. I prefer central heating, and I'm probably not the only one.

Crying can bring relief, as long as you don't cry alone.

One gets on better in life if one is not over modest.

Parents can only give good advice or put them on the right paths, but the final forming of a person's character lies in their own hands.

Don't aim for success if you want it; just do what you love and believe in, and it will come naturally. Despite everything, I believe that people are really good at heart.

The reason for my starting a diary is that I have no real friend.