The knowledge that you have emerged wiser and stronger from setbacks means that you are， ever after， secure in your ability to survive. You will never truly know yourself， or the strength of your relationships， until both have been tested by adversity. Such knowledge is a true gift， for all that it is painfully won， and it has been worth more than any qualification I ever earned.
从挫折中获得智慧、变得坚强，意味着你比以往任何时候都更有能力生存。只有在逆境来临的时候，你才会真正认识你自己，了解身边的人。这种了解是真正的财富，虽然是用痛苦换来的，但比我以前得到的任何资格证书都有用。
艺术真正反映的不是人生，而是观者。
生活的意义并不在于活着，而在于爱好人生。
The only real failure is the failure to try.
The most advanced technology is worthless if farmers can't use it effectively.
You may not realize it when it happens, but a kick in the teeth may be the best thing in the world for you.
