Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter.
The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man who lives fully is prepared to die at any time.
I have never let my schooling interfere with my education.
Education: the path from cocky ignorance to miserable uncertainty.
He who asks is a fool for five minutes, but he who does not ask remains a fool forever.
Forgiveness is the fragrance that the violet sheds on the heel that has crushed it.
Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.
I've lived through some terrible things in my life, some of which actually happened.
The worst loneliness is to not be comfortable with yourself.
The secret to getting ahead is getting started.
If you tell the truth, you don't have to remember anything.
What would men be without women? Scarce, sir...mighty scarce.
Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to reform (or pause and reflect).
Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make you feel that you, too, can become great.
Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience.
You can't depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.