From a political point of view, there is but one principle, the sovereignty of man over himself. This sovereignty of myself over myself is called Liberty. Les Misérables

Stop the excuses and the procrastination. This is your life! You aren't a child anymore.... The longer you wait, the more you'll be vulnerable to mediocrity and feel filled with shame and regret, because you know you are capable of better. From this instant on, vow to stop disappointing yourself. Separate yourself from the mob. Decide to be extraordinary and do what you need to do -- now. The Art of Living

 Only a small percentage of wild mammal species ended up in happy marriages with humans.  Guns, Germs And Steel

Variant translation: Somebody must have slandered Joseph K., for without having done anything wrong he was arrested one fine morning. The Trial