To acquire knowledge, one must study; but to acquire wisdom, one must observe.

Be able to set a table so that you feel like you're dining, not just sitting and eating.

Know about the appeals process, especially in the case of the most serious crimes.

Know how to garnish food so that it is more appealing to the eye and even more flavorful than before.

Be able to confide your innermost secrets to your mother and your innermost fears to your father.

Multi-tasking arises out of distraction itself.

If achieving your potential requires favorable judgment by others, you are much less likely to succeed.