Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom.

The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn't said.

I'm doing many different things to prepare for the inevitable failure of one of them.

Within you there is a stillness and a sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time.

Endure, and keep yourselves for days of happiness.

Above all, don't fear difficult moments. The best comes from them.

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

If it is true for you, it is true for someone else, and you are no longer alone.

Anxiety does not empty tomorrow of its troubles, but it empties it of its strength.

You will never get any more out of life than you expect.

Music is a higher revelation than all wisdom and philosophy.

I still believe, in spite of everything, that people are truly good at heart.