The dead are visible only in the terrible lidless eyes of memory.

We are all mutants in the grand scheme of evolution.

真正的作家永远是个局外人，即使在自己的国家也是如此。

Make decisions when you are ready, not under pressure. Others will always push you to make a decision for their own purposes, internal politics, or some other external need. But you can almost always say, “I need a little more time to think about this. I’ll get back to you.” This tactic is very effective at defusing even the most difficult and uncomfortable situations.

 The last time I was intimidated was when I was 6 years old in karate class.

不要让自己被贫瘠的怀疑主义所污染。

Interfaces keep things tidy, but don't accelerate growth: Functions do.