Creativity requires introspection, self-examination, and a willingness to take risks. Because of this, artists are perhaps more susceptible to self-doubt and despair than those who do not court the creative muses.

The artist's personality, built upon strong desires and compassionate vision, is by its nature prone to depression.

Love is the spirit that motivates the artist's journey.

Dream, but expect nothing. Desire, but expect nothing. Hope, but expect nothing. Release your need to control and gain real control.

Creativity requires introspection, self-examination, and a willingness to take risks. Because of this, artists are perhaps more susceptible to self-doubt and despair than those who do not court the creative muses.

To create you must quiet your mind. You need a quiet mind so that ideas will have a chance of connecting.

A wild person with a calm mind can make anything.