Our understanding of the world around us is constantly being redefined and expanded, and so therefore, it is wiser to be passionate about seeking for truth than knowing it.

An intelligent person is never afraid or ashamed to find errors in his understanding of things.

Many openly show discontentment with their looks, but few with their intelligence. I, however, assure you there are many more plain minds than faces.

I have never read for entertainment, but rather for understanding and to satisfy my eager curiosity.

Nothing prompts creativity like poverty, a feeling of hopelessness, and a bit of panic.

I know I'm not a great writer. I'm an extremely gifted oral communicator, but when it comes to writing, I'm just a beginner.

As an actor, you always want to reach back to being a child and having the spontaneity and the imagination of a child.

Anxiety is the handmaiden of creativity.