“Contentment can only be found in not envying others or comparing yourself to them but in being satisfied with what you have.”

“Don’t take everything for granted, and do not always count on finding everything you need.”

“When given the chance to see China off the beaten track, definitely take it.”

“Because different cultures see a particular animal as representing a certain human virtue or vice, the use of animal imagery also allows for more colorful commentary on the human condition.”

“I have discovered there are only a handful of good ideas in the whole world. You already know them. You have heard them your entire life. Here are some of the main keys to being more successful:Take personal responsibility.Things change, so be flexible.Work smart and work hard.Serve others well.Be nice to others.Be optimistic. Have goals; want something big for yourself.Stay focused.Keep learning.Become excellent at what you do.Trust your gut.When in doubt, take action.Earn all you can. Save all you can. Give all you can.Enjoy all you've got.Above all keep it simple.”

“Wat ik denk te begrijpen, zeg het maar als ik me vergis, is het je thuis voelen in Berlijn. Daar is de geschiedenis minder weg dan in Nederland, tenminste, zo onderga ik het. Je ergens thuisvoelen is niet per se positief.”

“True greatness is measured by how much freedom you give to others, not by how much you can coerce others to do what you want.”