"It is a radiant truth that fortitude is the quiet voice at eventide saying: i will try once more tomorrow — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"He who reads widely and ponders deeply builds an unshakeable inner citadel. Let this simple maxim guide your daily deeds."

"To speak the truth in a season of deceit is an act of supreme bravery. Reflect upon this whenever doubt clouds your horizon."

"The essence of creativity is the belief that the mind is a garden where thoughts are the seeds."

"To live well is to work well, to show a good activity."

"People ask the difference between a leader and a boss. The leader leads, and the boss drives."

"You know, in 1975 I couldn't get a job in New York City because I was American. The kitchens were predominantly run by French, Swiss, German, and basically I got laughed at. I had education, I had experience, but got laughed at because I was American."

"People assume that all artists make for terrible business people, but I'm in complete charge of my own career."