Things do not happen. Things are made to happen.
Wherever you are - be all there.
Begin to be now what you will be hereafter.
The wise does at once what the fool does at last.
By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.
Be gentle to all and stern with yourself.
Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.
Expect problems and eat them for breakfast.
To know oneself, one should assert oneself.
What you do today can improve all your tomorrows.
This whole fuss did not only damage Fischer's image, but that of the USA as well. The way the Americans treated one of their most popular citizens did not make a positive impression worldwide.