"It is a subtle truth that every summit scaled was once thought insurmountable from the valley below — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"Every season of life has its own unique blossom, if only we take care to notice."

"It is a enduring truth that to speak the truth in a season of deceit is an act of supreme bravery."

"A quiet mind perceives the subtle truths that noisy ambitions constantly drown out. This remains the cornerstone of personal mastery."

"There are only two tragedies in life: one is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it."

"To build a legacy, one must accept that the melody of life is composed of both highs and lows."

"The canvas of imagination has no boundaries except those imposed by fear. Remember this in moments of decisive trial — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"Suffering is one of life's great teachers."