The importance of high expectations plays a big role.

I just want to make sure that public service doesn't have to be an occupation, but it needs to be a way of life.

The common bond of humanity and decency that we share is stronger than any conflict, any adversity. Fighting for your convictions is important. But finding peace is paramount. Knowing when to fight and when to seek peace is wisdom. Ubuntu was right.

I just want to do as much as I can while I can, because none of us are promised anything.

Life's impermanence, I realized, is what makes every single day so precious. It's what shapes our time here. It's what makes it so important than not a single moment be wasted.

Fighting for your convictions is important. But finding peace is paramount.

The importance of high expectations plays a big role.