It is not by spectacular achievements that man can be transformed, but by will.

In the decisive moment I won the victory over myself. I chose to live. And believe me, it takes courage to choose life under those circumstances.

Marriage is something you have to give your whole mind to.

It’s a release to know that in spite of everything a premeditated act of courage is still possible.

The man whom God wills to slay in the struggle of life - he first individualizes.

Mrs LINDE: When you've sold yourself once for the sake of others, you don't do it second time.

NORA: I must stand on my own two feet if I'm to get to know myself and the world outside. That's why I can't stay here with you any longer.