To equal a predecessor, one must have twice they worth.

The wise man does at once what the fool does finally.

Dreams will get you nowhere, a good kick in the pants will take you a long way.

He that can live alone resembles the brute beast in nothing, the sage in much, and God in everything.

It is better to sleep on things beforehand than lie awake about them afterwards.

Self-reflection is the school of wisdom.

The wise have a solid sense of silence and the ability to keep a storehouse of secrets. Their capacity and character are respected.

Know or listen to those who know.

To find one real friend in a lifetime is good fortune; to keep him is a blessing.

There are friendships merely for pleasure, some for the exchange of ideas. Rarest are those friends of one's inmost self.

A single lie destroys a whole reputation for integrity.

Life is a comedy to those who think, a tragedy to those who feel.

No two persons can learn something and experience it in the same way.

When you feel lost turn towards love. Become a seeker of beauty in all things.

I made about 56 movies, I think. Not that many.

I made about 28 movies, and I think about five of them were good.

If I were asked to think up a new name for temptation, I should recommend the word 'doorknob', because what are these protuberances put on doors for if not to tempt us.

Dance is such a stressful environment.

Always listen for what you can leave out.

I don't have enough faith to be an Atheist.

Amongst the rock one cannot stop or think