The indefatigable pursuit of an unattainable perfection, even though it consist in nothing more than in the pounding of an old piano, is what alone gives a meaning to our life on this unavailing star.

Now if I carry out this oath, and break it not, may I gain forever reputation among all men for my life and for my art; but if I transgress it and forswear myself, may the opposite befall me.

It is very important to know who you are. To make decisions. To show who you are.

I have a deeply hidden and inarticulate desire for something beyond the daily life.

Dying is nothing. What is terrible is not to live.

By prevailing over all obstacles and distractions, one may unfailingly arrive at his chosen goal or destination.

Do not seek to bring things to pass in accordance with your wishes, but wish for them as they are, and you will find them.

No matter how dark things seem to be or actually are, raise your sights and see the possibilities - always see them, for they're always there.

Good business leaders create a vision, articulate the vision, passionately own the vision, and relentlessly drive it to completion.