“As for enlightenment, that's just for people who can't face reality.”

“Reality is just a crutch for people who can't handle drugs.”

“Reality is a crutch for people who can't cope with drugs.”

“You're not to be so blind with patriotism that you can't face reality. Wrong is wrong, no matter who does it or says it.”

“There are some people who live in a dream world, and some who face reality; and then there are those who turn one into the other.”

“He shook his head. "Some people think that they like music,but they have no idea what it's really about. They're kindding themselves. Then there are people who feel strongly about music, but just aren't listening to the right stuff. They're misguided. And then there are people like me." ... "People like you," I said. "What kind of people are those?" ..."The kind who live for music and are constantly seeking it out, anywhere they can. Who can't imagine a life without it. They're enlightened.”