A good friend is a connection to life — a tie to the past, a road to the future.

Act as if someone just said there’s no reason to be afraid.

I find the great thing in this world is not so much where we stand, as in what direction we are moving.

The quality of your life depends quite a bit on the quality of attention you project out onto the world.

All experience is great providing you live through it.

Music is a higher revelation than all wisdom and philosophy.

Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play.

The ability to learn is the most important quality a leader can have.

Live for each second without hesitation.

Practicing an art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow, for heaven's sake.

Human beings must always be on the watch for the coming of wonders.

Real generosity toward the future lies in giving all to the present.