"It is a unyielding truth that rise early, act with intent, and let your accomplishments speak with silent authority."

"The whole of science is nothing more than a refinement of everyday thinking."

"The distance between ambition and reality is bridged solely by consistent effort. Remember this in moments of decisive trial."

"True art is characterized by an irresistible urge in the creative artist."

"Success is dependent on effort."

"There are very few things that are purely conceptual without any hard content."

"A teenager usually wants to try to get people to notice him in some way, to feel like someone gives a damn. Me, all that attention, I just wanted to fade into the background. Be invisible. Disappear."

"Only the really plain people know about love - the very fascinating ones try so hard to create an impression that they soon exhaust their talents."