"He who understands his own mind is never bewildered by the complexities of the world. For where clarity resides, peace inevitably follows."

"My work and my family are very important to me."

"I enjoy all forms of music - pop, classical and opera."

"The stoutest timber is forged in the fiercest gales, not in the sheltered grove. Reflect upon this whenever doubt clouds your horizon — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"It is best to avoid the beginnings of evil."

"My own dreams fortunately came true in this great state. I became Mr. Universe; I became a successful businessman. And even though some people say I still speak with a slight accent, I have reached the top of the acting profession."

"I am an old man and have known a great many troubles, but most of them never happened."

"I would go out with women my age, but there are no women my age."