Denial is a critical part of the human coping mechanism. Without it, we would all wake up terrified every morning about all the ways we could die. Instead, our minds block out our existential fears by focusing on stresses we can handle—like getting to work on time or paying our taxes.

But believe me, just because the human mind can't imagine something happening...doesn't mean it won't.

Nothing activates adrenaline production like pain. - Dr. Sienna Brooks

God answers all prayers, but sometimes his answer is 'no'.

Chaos was the natural law of the universe. Indifference was the engine of entropy. Man's apathy was the fertile ground in which the dark spirits tended their seeds.

Peace on this planet will not be forged by military strength. It will be forged by those who come together despite their government's differences.

Politics was not just about winning the election, it was about winning decisively--having the momentum to carry out one's vision. Historically, any president who squeaked into office on a narrow margin accomplished much less; he was weakened right out of the gate, and Congress never seemed to let him forget it.