"I think it's a great pity that people are so afraid of one another."

"I sometimes wonder if anyone will ever understand what I mean, if anyone will ever overlook my ingratitude and not worry about whether or not I'm Jewish and merely see me as a teenager badly in need o…"

"I want to be useful or bring enjoyment to all people, even those I've never met. I want to go on living even after my death!"

"I've reached the stage where I don't care anymore what people think of me."

"Parents can only give good advice or put them on the right paths, but the final forming of a person's character lies in their own hands."