What good does it do to remain tied to an ideology if you don't achieve anything by it? I have an ideology myself - you can't work in a vacuum; you have to have faith in something.

I'm trained to difficulties; difficulties can't be eliminated from life.

Rebels and non-conformists are often the pioneers and designers of change.

Every new experience brings its own maturity and a greater clarity of vision.

I refuse to indulge in small talk. And compliments, if at all, I save for after the job is done.

Difficulties can't be eliminated from life. Individuals will always have them, countries will always have them...The only thing is to accept them, if possible overcome them, otherwise to come to terms with them. It's all right to fight, yes, but only when it's possible.

My father cared very much about courage, physical courage as well. He despised those who didn't have it. But he never said to me, 'I want you to be courageous.' He just smiled with pride every time I did something difficult or won a race with the boys.