“An appreciative listener is always stimulating.”

“I do believe in the power of story. I believe that stories have an important role to play in the formation of human beings, that they can stimulate, amaze and inspire their listeners.”

“People don’t automatically appreciate the difference between listening and hearing any more than they do the difference between looking and seeing.”

“For the last third of life there remains only work. It alone is always stimulating, rejuvenating, exciting and satisfying.”

“For the last third of life there remains only work. It alone is always stimulating, rejuvenating, exciting and satisfying.”

“People who really appreciated animals always asked their names.”

“Remember that a gesture of friendship, no matter how small, is always appreciated.”

“The written word has taught me to listen to the human voice, much as the great unchanging statues have taught me to appreciate bodily motions.”

“Every day, what stimulates me to go further… is to achieve what has always, for everyone, it's considered impossible.”

“Maturity is not always reflected in age, but in an attitude of acceptance, appreciation and care for others.”