I paint not to escape reality, but to confront it.

I believe in Spinoza's God, Who reveals Himself in the lawful harmony of the world, not in a God Who concerns Himself with the fate and the doings of mankind.

A person is, among all else, a material thing, easily torn and not easily mended.

Great leaders create more leaders, not just followers.

“生活中最大的荣耀不在于从不跌倒，而在于每次跌倒后都能站起来。”

道理明白则气势旺盛，气势旺盛则文辞畅达。

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

说到底，作家只是他书的一半。另一半是读者，作家从读者那里学习。

解释：上等的医生能够医治国家，次一等的只会医治病人，这本来就是医生的职守。

I've always been interested in the idea of redemption and second chances.