Human beings are inherently endowed with the power to bring out the best possible results from the worst possible circumstances.

The problems of aging present an opportunity to rethink our social and personal lives in order to ensure the dignity and welfare of each individual.

We are not merely passive pawns of historical forces; nor are we victims of the past. We can shape and direct history.

You must not for one moment give up the effort to build up new lives for yourself.

We have both a weak self and a strong self; the two are completely different. If we allow our weak side to dominate, we will be defeated. The thought ,"I am still young and have a lot of time, so I can relax and take life easy" is a function of our own weakness.

Patience is, in and of itself, a great challenge and it often holds the key to breaking through a seeming impasse.

We should all develop the mind to rejoice in, praise and share in the gift of those who have artistic talents and a richness of heart, whether they achieve wide recognition or not. Cultivating such a beautiful mind is a very worthy effort. Culture and art are not just decorations. They are not just accessories. What matters is whether culture enriches the essential substance of our lives.