Whoever wishes to become a philosopher must learn not to be frightened by absurdities.

If in the opinion of the People, the distribution or modification of the Constitutional powers be in any particular wrong, let it be corrected by an amendment in the way which the Constitution designates. But let there be no change by usurpation; for though this, in one instance, may be the instrument of good, it is the customary weapon by which free governments are destroyed.

George Washington

People usually think according to their inclinations, speak according to their learning and ingrained opinions, but generally act according to custom.

Francis Bacon

I've used drugs that I do consider to be dangerous, drugs that are potentially detrimental to kids and society at large.

Tim Robbins

A woman is like a teabag -- only in hot water do you realize how strong she is.

Nancy Reagan

O love, if I regret the age when one savors you, it is not for the hour of pleasure, but for the one that follows it.

Jean-Jacques Rousseau

What is interesting about self-analysis is that it leads nowhere -- it is an art form in itself.

Anita Brookner

Ultimately amorality is immorality.

Roger M. Keesing

To himself everyone is an immortal. He may know that he is going to die, but he can never know that he is dead.

Samuel Butler

And my dad wanted me to play the trumpet because that's what he liked. His idol was Louis Armstrong. My dad thought my teeth came together in a way that was perfect for playing the trumpet.

Jackson Browne

We count our miseries carefully, and accept our blessings without much thought.

Chinese Proverb

Every man is guilty of all the good he did not do.

Voltaire

An actor is supposed to be a sensitive instrument. Isaac Stern takes good care of his violin. What if everybody jumped on his violin?

Marilyn Monroe