Verily, a man should not cling to those who have passed, for he will likely neglect service to the living.

I appreciated art, long before I could produce it.

A steadfast heart does not stray from the path.

Verily, a man without fear is either dead or happy to die.

It is impossible to be truly artistic without the risk of offending someone somewhere.

People who repeatedly attack your confidence and self-esteem are quite aware of your potential, even if you are not.

To try is to invite uncertainty. Where confidence goes, success usually follows.