I hated school because I liked to daydream and the system tried to stop me from that.

The fragile wants tranquility, the antifragile grows from disorder, and the robust doesn't care too much.

People focus on role models; it is more effective to find antimodels - people you don't want to resemble when you grow up

You will get the most attention from those who hate you. No friend, no admirer and no partner will flatter you with as much curiosity.

It is my great hope someday, to see science and decision makers rediscover what the ancients have always known. Namely that our highest currency is respect.

A good maxim allows you to have the last word without even starting a conversation.

Don't ask the barber whether you need a haircut, and don't ask an academic if what he does is relevant.