In the case of a creative mind, it seems to me, the intellect has withdrawn its watchers from the gates, and the ideas rush in pell-mell and only then does it review and inspect the multitudes.

For the world is only governed by self-interest.

I follow my heart, for I can trust it.

Virtue is no empty echo.

I am better than my reputation

Deep meaning lies often in childish play.

Great souls suffer in silence.