Only when he has ceased to need things can a man truly be his own master and so really exist.

What the superior man seeks is in himself. What the small man seeks is in others.

Being at ease with not knowing is crucial for answers to come to you.

A friend is as it were a second self.

The only competition worthy of a wise man is with himself.

I’m fascinated with myself and love hearing the sound of my own voice. I’d like to hear what I have to say. A lot of people don’t like being alone because they truly don’t like themselves, but I love me.