I don't let the world change my smile.

Collaboration in mathematics is essential; no one can solve all the problems alone.

Think wrongly, if you please, but in all cases, think for yourself.

Nowadays, particularly in the United States, if you meet someone at the bottom of society, they may unkindly be described as a "loser." There's a real difference between an unfortunate and a loser, and that shows 400 years of evolution in society and our belief in who is responsible for our lives. It's no longer the gods, it's us. We're in the driving seat.

Love is the most powerful inspiration for music.