Intuition does not in itself amount to knowledge, yet cannot be disregarded by philosophers and psychologists.

The cause-effect sequences in our brains are just as determining, just as inescapable, as anywhere else in Nature.

Humanism believes that the individual attains the good life by harmoniously combining personal satisfactions and continuous self-development with significant work and other activities that contribute to the welfare of the community.

Humanism involves far more than the negation of supernaturalism. It requires an affirmative philosophy . . . translated into a life devoted to one's own improvement and the service of all mankind.

The dynamic, creative present, however conditioned and restricted by the effects of prior presents, possesses genuine initiative.

I believe firmly that in making ethical decisions, man has the prerogative of true freedom of choice.

The act of willing this or that, of choosing among various courses of conduct, is central in the realm of ethics.