Michael

“One, remember to look up at the stars and not down at your feet. Two, never give up work. Work gives you meaning and purpose and life is empty without it. Three, if you are lucky enough to find love, remember it is there and don't throw it away.”
― Stephen Hawking

“It’s the people who don’t worry—those who never have any doubts that what they’re doing is good and right—they’re the ones that cause the problems.”
― Alastair Reynolds, Redemption Ark

“in a surveillance state it was vital to reserve the ability to turn a blind eye to certain people at certain times.”
― Ramez Naam, Apex

“A fanatic is a man who, when he's lost sight of his purpose, redoubles his effort.”
― Poul Anderson, Harvest of Stars