We are ignorant of things necessary, because we learn things superfluous and unnecessary
Where do the really best laughs come from? Terrific connections made intellectually, or terrific revelations made emotionally.
If we treat each other as if we are geniuses, poets and artists, we have a better chance of becoming that on stage.
The more you know, the more you can make fun of
It's not about the journey. It's about the people you meet.
The absolute worst thing you can do in a scene is be apathetic.
Fall, then figure out what to do on the way down.
It is the essence of truth that it is never excessive. Why should it exaggerate? There is that which should be destroyed and that which should be simply illuminated and studied. How great is the force of benevolent and searching examination! We must not resort to the flame where only light is required.
Courage consists not in blindly overlooking danger, but in seeing it, and conquering it.
Life-Enriching Education: an education that prepares children to learn throughout their lives, relate well to others, and themselves, be creative, flexible, and venturesome, and have empathy not only for their immediate kin but for all of humankind.
No matter how big a house you have or how slick a car you drive, the only thing you can take with you at the end of your life is your conscience.