It is the final test of a gentleman—his respect for those who can be of no possible service to him. – William Lyon Phelps, quoted in Golden Book Magazine, July 1935
I felt extremely uncomfortable as the focal point, in the spotlight. I really like the behind the scenes role, because all my freedom is there. – Brian Eno
The term clinical depression finds its way into too many conversations these days. One has a sense that a catastrophe has occurred in the psychic landscape. – Leonard Cohen