Robert De Niro

When it comes to the arts, passion should always trump common sense. You aren't just following dreams, you're reaching for your destiny.

Rejection might sting, but my feeling is that it often has very little to do with you.

Don't be afraid to fail. If you don't go, you'll never know. You just have to be bold and go out there and take your chances.

There will be times when your best is not enough. There can be many reasons for this, but as long as you give your best, you'll be okay.

When it comes to the arts, passion should always trump common sense. You aren't just following dreams, you're reaching for your destiny.

Rejection might sting, but my feeling is that it often has very little to do with you.

Don't be afraid to fail. If you don't go, you'll never know. You just have to be bold and go out there and take your chances.