“There is nothing more awful, insulting, and depressing than banality.”

“Be yourself and the people that don't mind are the people that matter.”

“A hungry dog believes in nothing but meat.”

“Do silly things. Foolishness is a great deal more vital and healthy than our straining and striving after a meaningful life.”

“Love, friendship and respect do not unite people as much as common hatred for something.”

“Knowledge is of no value unless you put it into practice.”

“Any idiot can face a crisis - it's day to day living that wears you out.”