In fact, at times I preferred to live in the forbidden world, and frequently my return home to the bright realm, no matter how necessary and good that might be, was almost like a return to someplace less beautiful, more boring and dreary. At times I knew my goal in life was to become like my father and mother, just as bright and pure, superior and well-ordered as they. But that was a long road to travel Demian

Everyone seems to have a clear idea of how other people should lead their lives, but none about his or her own. The Alchemist

Never stand begging for that which you have the power to earn. Don Quixote

The public have an insatiable curiosity to know everything, except what is worth knowing. The Soul of Man Under Socialism