I hate the way war is seen as something inherently brutal and ugly. Yes, much of war brings out the worst part of our [people's] nature. But in war, all kinds of noble human traits have been developed, such as discipline, cohesion, pride.

If you are worried about what others might think and about how your position in the group might be jeopardized, then you will never really create anything.

Your work is the single greatest means at your disposal for expressing your social intelligence.

There's no more of an excuse for blaming other people or the world for at least not trying what you should be trying.

People go into things for the wrong reasons.

If you're really driven and you want something deep, hard enough in life, you're going to get it.

No moment is wasted if you pay attention and learn the lessons contained in every experience.