If you would thoroughly know anything, teach it to others.
Life is pleasant. Death is peaceful. It's the transition that's troublesome.
When I came back to Dublin I was courtmartialed in my absence and sentenced to death in my absence, so I said they could shoot me in my absence.
Always be nice to those younger than you, because they are the ones who will be writing about you.
I never vote for anyone; I always vote against.
Think of life as a terminal illness, because, if you do, you will live it with joy and passion, as it ought to be lived.
Whatever you fear most has no power - it is your fear that has the power.