I've got plenty of common sense! I just choose to ignore it.

I'm learning skills I will use for the rest of my life by doing homework...procrastinating and negotiation.

I like maxims that don't encourage behavior modification.

The whole idea of hobknobbing and schmoozing and the concept of an "elite" class of celebrities better than the common people has always made my stomach turn.

I tell you all this because it's worth recognizing that there is no such thing as an overnight success. You will do well to cultivate the resources in yourself that bring you happiness outside of success or failure. The truth is, most of us discover where we are headed when we arrive. At that time, we turn around and say, yes, this is obviously where I was going all along. It's a good idea to try to enjoy the scenery on the detours, because you'll probably take a few.

Things are never quite as scary when you've got a best friend.

A day can really slip by when you're deliberately avoiding what you're supposed to do.