ass murder. Serial killers. Sanguinary scenes too graphic to watch. Heart palpitations fueled by adrenaline. Any “Criminal Minds” fanatic should resonate with any of the aforementioned descriptions unless… you are a serial killer yourself. Besides the occasional gore and unbearable suspense, the show uniquely incorporates thought-provoking quotes in the beginning and end of every episode. At times, there are clearer connections between the quote and the episode, but other times, it requires a little more effort to dig for that satisfying epiphany. Undoubtedly, “Criminal Minds” does a wonderful job of selecting and weaving in some mind-altering truths and words.

1. "The sea is dangerous and its storms terrible, but these obstacles have never been sufficient reason to remain ashore." -Ferdinand Magellan

2. "Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light." -Helen Keller

3. "It is a man's own mind, not his enemy or foe, that lures him to evil ways."-Buddha

4. "Bring the past only if you're going to build from it." -Domenico Cieri Estrada

5. "What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." -Ralph Waldo Emerson

6. "There is no greater sorrow than to recall happiness in times of misery." -Dante Alghieri

7. "In youth we learn; in age we understand." -Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach

8. "The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other's life." -Richard Bach

9. "There is no formula for success except perhaps an unconditional acceptance of life and what it brings." -Arthur Rubinstein

10. "Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth." -Oscar Wilde