The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.

Muddy water is best cleared by leaving it alone.

Life was meant to be lived, and curiosity must be kept alive. One must never, for whatever reason, turn his back on life.

Failure is a greater teacher than success. Listen, learn, go on.

Act as if someone just said there’s no reason to be afraid.

Forgiveness … is a gift of high value. Yet its cost is nothing.

Don't allow your rituals to become ruts.

In art and dream may you proceed with abandon. In life may you proceed with balance and stealth.

The quality of your life depends quite a bit on the quality of attention you project out onto the world.

The universe is full of magical things patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper.

Real generosity toward the future lies in giving all to the present.

The truth is the light and light is the truth.