Great work requires great and persistent effort for a long time. … Character has to be established through a thousand stumbles.

No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change the world.

Treat a work of art like a prince. Let it speak to you first.

I'm not telling you it's going to be easy - I'm telling you it's going to be worth it.

Champions aren't made in the gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them - a desire, a dream, a vision.

Crave for a thing, you will get it. Renounce the craving, the object will follow you by itself.

Only the wisest and stupidest of men never change.

Human dignity consists in the role we must play in our own perfection. Taking a role in our own self-completion is the highest expression of our creativity.

Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.

You have to work hard to get to the top of your game. I think every writer has doubts! I still do all the time.

Effort only fully releases its reward after a person refuses to quit.

Above all things, respect yourself.

You can't live a perfect day until you do something for someone who will never be able to repay you.

The secret to creativity is knowing how to hide your sources.

You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right.

I believe that if you show people the problems and you show them the solutions they will be moved to act.

People who are unable to motivate themselves must be content with mediocrity, no matter how impressive their other talents.

If the little bit you have is nothing special in itself, at least find a way of saying it that is a little bit special.

I am the lizard king. I can do anything.

You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose.

Go then if you must, but remember, no matter how foolish your deeds, those who love you will love you still.