The creative person is constantly seeking to discover himself, to remodel his own identity, and to find meaning in what he creates.

So-called "inspiration" is no more than an extreme example of a process which constantly goes on in the minds of all of us.

If we did not look to marriage as the principal source of happiness, fewer marriages would end in tears.

It is only when we no longer compulsively need someone that we can have a real relationship with them.

Whether a belief is considered to be a delusion or not depends partly upon the intensity with which it is defended, and partly upon the numbers of people subscribing to it.

The professional must learn to be moved and touched emotionally, yet at the same time stand back objectively: I've seen a lot of damage done by tea and sympathy.

I get intrigued by a puzzle, and writing a book is the best way to solve it.