The belief that youth is the happiest time of life is founded upon a fallacy. The happiest person is the person who thinks the most interesting thoughts, and we grow happier as we grow older.

The universe is full of magical things, patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper.

You are a miracle made out of stars, my love, you are stardust perfection.

Success is not about seeking constant external validation; it's about finding inner validation and aligning your actions with your own values and purpose.

You have to remember something: Everybody pities the weak; jealousy you have to earn.

Victory belongs to the most persevering.

We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.