The more labels you have for yourself, the dumber they make you.

Paul Graham

Out of silence is born concentration, and from that comes learning.

Stephen Hough

I have never seen a greater monster or miracle than myself.

Michel de Montaigne

There is nothing stronger in the world than gentleness.

Han Suyin

The final forming of a person's character lies in their own hands.

Anne Frank

If you wish to succeed in life, make perseverance your bosom friend, experience your wise counselor, caution your elder brother, and hope your guardian genius.

Joseph Addison