The conjectures of the Langlands program are not merely problems to be solved but a vision of how mathematics should be.

Prejudices are what fools use for reason.

Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice.

To be fond of dancing was a certain step towards falling in love.

I’m playing against great players, playing against the best in the world. The competition – that’s what I’ve always wanted.

I don't like to gamble, but if there's one thing I'm willing to bet on, it's myself.

The pursuit of pleasure is the only meaningful activity in a meaningless world.