It is inherent in human consciousness to improve. So there is nothing unique about a people searching for and creating ways to make their life better - all civilizations throughout history have done this. What is unique about us in America is the accelerated rate at which we continually search for novelty and progress.

When I look for happiness, I lose it. When I stop looking, and surrender to where I am, I find it.

What allows us, as human beings, to psychologically survive life on earth, with all of its pain, drama, and challenges, is a sense of purpose and meaning

Love and kindness are never wasted.

All addictions have one thing in common - they numb you out to what is happening in the moment.

The more connections you and your lover make, not just between your bodies, but between your minds, your hearts, and your souls, the more you will strengthen the fabric of your relationship, and the more real moments you will experience together.

in all codependent relationships, the rescuer needs the victim as much as the victim needs the rescuer.