The happiness of a man in this life does not consist in the absence but in the mastery of his passions.

Four hostile newspapers are more to be feared than a thousand bayonets.

Your success is not defined by your past accomplishments; it's defined by your willingness to keep pushing forward and aiming higher.

I know nothing in the world that has as much power as a word.

Do what makes you happy. Keep it simple. Do the research.

I am like a snake who has already begun to devour the victim and who, as he grows bigger, must devour more and more to satisfy his hunger.

“When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.”