"It is a subtle truth that the roots of genuine insight grow deep in the soil of quiet observation — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"It is a humble truth that when purpose is clear, every obstacle transforms into a stepping stone."

"I guess I wanted to leave America for awhile. It wasn't that I wanted to become an expatriate, or just never come back, I needed some breathing room. I'd already been translating French poetry, I'd been to Paris once before and liked it very much, and so I just went."

"It is a humble truth that rise early, act with intent, and let your accomplishments speak with silent authority."

"Can miles truly separate you from friends... If you want to be with someone you love, aren't you already there?"

"To love truly means recognizing that the truest form of bravery is vulnerability."

"When you start falling for somebody and you can't stop thinking about when you're going to see them again, I love that. Women are beautiful. They deserve to be cherished and respected."

"Women love a self-confident bald man."