"It is easy to make plans but difficult to carry them out"

“Obama's victory in November 2008 was a historic political accomplishment.”

“I'm always impressed by confidence, kindness and a sense of humour.”

“Be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”

Source : Thomas Hughes (2017). “True Manliness”, p.33, Litres

“I think recognition outside of Japan is amazing. I don't feel like that kind of thing would ever happen to me, as I'm not like those kinds of designers - I don't want to express myself in such a categorized way. I kind of want to be in the middle of the majority and the minority. I don't really want people to know what I am.”

Source : Source: www.interviewmagazine.com

“The torch relay is an excellent embodiment of all that the Olympic Games have come to symbolise - a celebration of the human spirit. Personally to me, it represents striving to be the best in whatever we do, never giving up despite the odds, and a commitment to health and fitness.”

“When you come from a big family, you see that, growing up, you're learning how to share. Your sisters have got your back; you're not alone in this - 'We all support you!' Your family provides that; it gives you a sense of safety, and it's a very grounding feeling.”

“Liberating oneself from the addiction of consumerism and careerism promotes inner peace.”

“I'm always very interested in going and discovering a young director's films.”

Source : Interview with Alison Gingeras, www.interviewmagazine.com. July 15, 2010.