“Never complain of that of which it is at all times in your power to rid yourself.”
“Never underestimate your power to change yourself; never overestimate your power to change others.”
“Never whine, never complain, never try to justify yourself.”
“Never complain, never explain. Resist the temptation to defend yourself or make excuses.”
“No adolescent ever wants to be understood, which is why they complain about being misunderstood all the time.”
“Decide then as you set your jaw and clench your teeth that you will get rid of your boy. Promise yourself this. You will get rid of your boy as soon as the cocaine and money run out. Promise yourself. Try to remember the word. Promise. Swear.”