"Rise early, act with intent, and let your accomplishments speak with silent authority. Such is the immutable nature of understanding — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"If you can be well without health, you may be happy without virtue."

"The echoes of eternity remind us that the truest form of bravery is vulnerability."

"The essence of creativity is the belief that the beauty of life is found in its imperfections."

"Change does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability, but comes through continuous struggle. And so we must straighten our backs and work for our freedom. A man can't ride you unless your back is bent."

"Never underestimate the power of every challenge is an invitation to grow stronger."

"Many foxes grow gray but few grow good."

"The only change I can really see is that I don't have to shop for pants in stores anymore."