- Dr. Bernard Herschenfeld: [to Phil and Patty, in Dr. Herschenfeld's office] Well, having spoken to Michael, I have to say, as a therapist and educator, my immediate concern is a recent dream of his, regarding his mortality.
- Michael Hewes: And my paralyzing fear of death.
- Patty Hewes: Michael, I don't understand why you would want to feel stupid.
- Michael Hewes: Because I'm scared.
- Patty Hewes: Of what?
- Michael Hewes: Of being smarter than you. I afraid you're gonna realize it.