We have a mental health system that is dominated by political and hidden forces that keep us stagnated and unable to see real, lasting change.

The presuming social view that mental health is not as serious as the media says it is, blocks progress. This too is political.

If you have committed all things to impacting a life at a time, or impacting a community or society, then welcome to a life of significance.

Neglect of women is the major cause for the society’s downfall.

The places of quiet are going away, the churches, the woods, the libraries. And it is only in silence we can hear the voice inside of us which gives us true peace.

My mind floats like ash. I blame myself most cruelly.

Life is like a school; one can learn, one can graduate, one can skip a grade or stay behind.

Conscience is the anticipation of the fellow who awaits you if and when you come home.

But when you flee someone, no matter how far you roam, that person will follow you as doggedly as the stars.

Glory is a heavy burden, a murdering poison, and to bear it is an art. And to have that art is rare.

Suffering only shows where you are attached. That is why, to those on the path, suffering is grace.

Serena and I, we don't have anything to prove ... we still set a very high standard.