I gradually stopped wondering, ‘What life do I have?' and began to consider, ‘What life can I build?

We all have many more abilities and internal resources than we know. My advice is that you don't need to break your neck to find out about them.

Never accept ultimatums, conventional wisdom, or absolutes.

Nothing of any consequence happens unless people get behind an idea. It begins with an individual and they share the idea with more individuals-and eventually it becomes a movement.

Either you vegetate and look out a window, or activate and try to effect change.

I have more awareness of other people and, I hope, more sensitivity to their needs. I also find that I'm more direct and outspoken.

Pain is inevitable. Misery is a choice.