“A wise man learns from his failures. A brilliant man learns how not to fail.”

“The forgiveness that most often eludes us is that which we grant to ourselves.”

“I would rather traverse the valleys of a thousand hells than live a day without desire.”

“All paths may wind again towards the light if hope survives the long night between.”

“Pain was fleeting. Death was forever.”

“How much do we lose because we are young and stupid?”

“Children should not repeat their parents’ mistakes, especially if their parents are around to warn them.”