If I perceive in another person mainly the surface, I perceive mainly the differences,that which separates us. If I penetrate to the core, i perceive our identity, the fact of our brotherhood. This relatedness from center to center - instead of that from periphery to periphery - is 'central relatedness'.

Giving is the highest expression of potency.

Creativity requires the courage to let go of certainties.

What is it that distinguishes man from animals? It is not his upright posture.

Freedom is the fundamental condition for any growth.

The paradoxical and tragic situation of man is that his conscience is weakest when he needs it most.

To be loved because of one's merit, because one deserves it, always leaves doubt; maybe I did not please the person whom I want to love me, maybe this, or that - there is always a fear that love could disappear.