Relationships: 'In the company of the accomplished, people hope it will rub off on themselves, in the company of the misfortunate, they fear it!'

Education: 'In America, educators punish those who actually think for themselves. There is only acceptance for popular opinion.'

Action: 'It is better to have a fair intellect that is well used than a powerful one that is idle.'

Mankind: 'In all known time there has never been a greater monster or miracle than the human being.'

A man is very apt to complain of the ingratitude of those who have risen far above him. A man when he gets into a higher sphere, into other habits of life, can…

Be nice to people on your way up, because you're going to meet them all on your way down.

Success makes so many people hate you. I wish it wasn't that way. It would be wonderful to enjoy success without seeing envy in the eyes of those around you.