Independence is a heady draught, and if you drink it in your youth, it can have the same effect on the brain as young wine does. It does not matter that its taste is not always appealing. It is addictive and with each drink you want more.

Oh, the holiness of being the injured party.

A woman who is convinced that she deserves to accept only the best challenges herself to give the best. Then she is living phenomenally.

Those of us who submitted or surrendered our ideas and dreams and identities to the 'leaders' must take back our rights, our identities, our responsibilities.

When people see the laughing face, even if they're jealous of it, their burden is lightened. But do it first for yourself. Laugh and dare to try to love somebody, starting with yourself.

Children's talent to endure stems from their ignorance of alternatives.

Pretty women wonder where my secret lies.