Emily St. John Mandel: "Survival is insufficient."

People who are comfortable with remaining stagnant will always say “you’ve changed”. The cycle of life is supposed to include growth and transformation. Don’t allow those who are stuck in a bud to make you feel less for blooming.

Talking to an old friend makes you realize how much your life has changed.

Work for a cause and not for applause. Live your life to express and not to impress, don’t strive to make your presence noticed, just make your absence felt.