"The more you try to control the shadow, the more it controls you."

Never underestimate the power of small, consistent improvements—they lead to big results over time.

"I write to escape the mirror, but I always end up finding it."

The only way to get better is to compete against the best.

You win championships by character and by playing together as a team.

Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish. And I have always wished that for myself. And now, as you graduate to begin anew, I wish that for you.