When we descend all the way down to the bottom of loss, and dwell patiently, with an open heart, in the darkness and pain, we can bring back up with us the sweetness of life and the exhilaration of inner growth. When there is nothing left to lose, we find the true self - the self that is whole, the self that is enough, the self that no longer looks to others for definition, or completion, or anything but companionship on the journey.

Spirituality is a brave search for the truth about existence, fearlessly peering into the mysterious nature of life.

We think that maybe feminism isn't appropriate anymore, since Western women have really made enormous strides. But check out the rest of the world if you'd like to not be able to sleep tonight.

Rumi called his teacher "the friend." And that's what we need. We need friends.

Anyone whose lifestyle may frighten you or whose point of view makes smoke come out of your ears.

No one has the answer; only you know the way home.

I'm very committed to my family and my town. My biggest local commitment are my children, my husband, my home and my grandchildren.