The more you know who you are, and what you want, the less you let things upset you.

Foreign novels are less action-oriented. They have a different pace; they’re more reflective. They challenge us to look for the story, find the story within the story.

You ought to stop listening to stereotypes and start forming your own opinions.

So what do I wish for? Something I'm not sure I want? Someone I'm not sure I need? Or someone I know I can't have?

You should show encouragement whenever you can. People try harder when they know that someone cares about them.

Umbrellas are so small and sad and easy to forget.

I've always thought the best relationships are those that are as happy and content in silence as they are in action [...]