It is so easy at times for a lonely individual to begin fantasizing about what the people outside are saying about him and, in result, irrationally and fearfully, and sometimes angrily, fancy himself a villain.

You are evidence of your mother's strength, especially if you are a rebellious knucklehead and regardless she has always maintained her sanity.

It is by continuing to put out good work that the artist best shows his gratitude.

Do not tell someone you are hungry if, whenever they feed you, you do not eat.