I am seeking, I am striving, I am in it with all my heart.

I consciously choose the dog's path through life. I shall be poor; I shall be a painter.

I feel a certain calm. There is safety in the midst of danger. What would life be if we had no courage to attempt anything?

No, no thought to the winnings. One loves because one loves.

If one is master of one thing and understands one thing well, one has at the same time, insight into and understanding of many things.

The cure for him would be to take a good long look at some potato plants, which have lately had such a deep and distinctive colour and tone, instead of driving himself mad looking at pieces of yellow satin and gold leather.

If you end up falling in love with someone, it's because of them. If you end up hating someone, it's because of you.